Services required for management of a major Extranet
The European Commission is seeking an organisation to undertake the management and development of a large Extranet, along with its integration with national and other networks using generic application services. The services subject to this invitation to tender include the design and implementation/operation of a network management centre, strong security features, effective directory services and user authentication mechanisms. Other services will include the design and implementation of automation of data and workflows from a large number of national institutions and external networks and supporting services for collaborative work in a multi-node environment. In addition, services for capacity-building actions such as training, newsletters, electronic promotion materials and helpdesk operations for countries, and other networks for setting up these operations are also required. The contract would initially be for 24 months, with the possibility of extension for a maximum of three further periods of 12 months each. Tender specifications may be obtained, on written request, from: European Commission DG III - Industry Ms. E. Markou Unit B/6 200 rue de la Loi (SC-15 2/110) B-1049 Brussels Fax +32-2-2990286