Office Network Connections
ASTER GROUP LIMITED
- Value
- Value not stated
- Currency
- GBP
- Region
- South West
- Category
- IT & Digital
- Procedure / notice type
- awardUpdate,contractUpdate
- Published
- 10 Dec 2025
- Closing date
- Not stated
- Contract ends
- 21 Dec 2028
- Current supplier
- Claranet Limited
Overview
This procurement is for the supply of network infrastructure services. Claranet has been Aster’s network infrastructure partner for over 10 years. Aster currently procures network infrastructure services that include the design, delivery, and ongoing management of its core networking environment from Claranet. This encompasses: -MPLS Network – A secure, high-performance network for connecting multiple sites. -Data Centre Breakout – Connectivity solutions for data centre operations. -Cloud Connect Services – Direct, reliable connections to cloud platforms. -CoLocation Environments – Hosting and managing critical infrastructure in secure facilities. -Network Equipment and Circuits – Fully managed hardware and connectivity assets. These services ensure Aster’s network is robust, scalable, and aligned with its strategic growth and acquisition plans. Claranet acts as Aster’s network infrastructure partner, delivering: -Design and Implementation – Creating tailored network architectures and deploying them. -Continuous Management – Proactive monitoring, maintenance, and optimization of network performance. -Ownership and Control – Managing all network equipment and circuits, which are Claranet-owned assets. -Strategic Insight – Leveraging deep historical knowledge of Aster’s environment and future roadmap to provide designs and budgetary proposals for upcoming growth. -Risk Mitigation – Ensuring operational continuity and minimizing disruption by maintaining existing infrastructure. Claranet’s long-standing involvement gives it unique expertise and readiness to support Aster’s current and future network needs.
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