Decentralized Cable Contract 2026

Summary

The tender concerns a four-year framework agreement for the call-off purchase and delivery of data cables and installation accessories to the Bundesagentur für Arbeit’s locations throughout Germany and its logistics centre. The scope includes copper patch cables, fibre-optic patch cables, cable ties and plastic floor cable ducts. Copper patch cables must be halogen-free, at least Category 6 and compliant with ISO/IEC 11801 or DIN EN 50173. The maximum framework value is EUR 648,000 gross, with no minimum purchase obligation for the contracting authority. The bidder must provide a suitable reference proving sufficient professional experience, submit the required product and material information, and participate in a verification test. Deliveries must generally be made within 10 working days of a call-off, while replacement products for defects must be supplied within five working days.