Germany – Network infrastructure – Erneuerung Netzwerkinfrastruktur
This procurement notice was published by Max-Planck-Institut für die Physik des Lichts in Germany on 2026-11-11. The contract covers Communicationsservices under CPV classification 32424000, 32422000, and follows a open procedure in accordance with EU Directive 2014/24/EU. The estimated contract value has not been disclosed. The submission deadline is 12/15/2026. This notice is open to all qualified suppliers across EU member states and is sourced directly from TED Europa — the official EU procurement journal.
| Notice ID | 783712-2026 |
| Contracting Authority | Max-Planck-Institut für die Physik des Lichts |
| Country | Germany (DEU) |
| Sector | Communications |
| Estimated Value | Not Disclosed |
| Submission Deadline | 12/15/2026 |
| Published | 2026-11-11 |
| Procedure Type | open |
| Notice Type | cn-standard |
| CPV Codes | 32424000, 32422000, 32424000 |
| Submission Languages | German |
| Authority Type | Public Undertaking |
Contract Description
Das Max-Planck-Institut für die Physik des Lichts (MPL) löst die Netzwerkkomponenten seines Rechenzentrums (Juniper QFX5100 und EX4300) sowie die Core‑Switches ab, deren Hersteller‑Support in den Jahren 2027 bzw. 2029 endet. Das Rechenzentrum wird als Spine-Leaf-Fabric mit EVPN/VXLAN aufgebaut; die neuen Leaves werden an die bereits vorhandenen Spines (Juniper QFX5120‑32C) angebunden. Das Netz wird gemeinsam mit dem Max-Planck-Zentrum für Physik und Medizin (MPZPM) als ein Netz betrieben (gemeinsame Fabric, Automatisierung mit Ansible).
How to Apply
This Communications contract is open under an open procedure in accordance with EU Directive 2014/24/EU. Any qualified economic operator established in the EU — including SMEs — may submit a tender directly without prior pre-qualification.
- Access the official notice on TED Europa →
- Download the procurement documents from the contracting authority's e-procurement portal
- Prepare your European Single Procurement Document (ESPD) and technical offer
- Submit your bid before 12/15/2026
Contracting Authority
Classification (CPV Codes)
CPV (Common Procurement Vocabulary) codes classify the subject of the contract.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I still bid on tender 783712-2026?
Yes. The submission deadline for notice 783712-2026 is 12/15/2026. This is an open procedure published under EU Directive 2014/24/EU. All qualified suppliers across EU member states may submit a bid via the official TED Europa notice.
Who is the contracting authority for 783712-2026?
The contracting authority is Max-Planck-Institut für die Physik des Lichts based in Germany. Contact email: ausschreibung@mpl.mpg.de.
What is the estimated contract value for this Communications tender?
The contracting authority has not disclosed an estimated contract value for this notice. Refer to the official TED publication for full financial details.
What procedure type is used for tender 783712-2026?
This tender uses an open procedure. Under an open procedure, any qualified supplier may submit a full bid without pre-qualification — including SMEs.
What sector and CPV codes apply to this notice?
This procurement covers the Communications sector under CPV codes 32424000, 32422000. It was published by Max-Planck-Institut für die Physik des Lichts in Germany and sourced from TED Europa — the Official Journal of the EU.