Tender

PROVISION OF MOBILE TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES TO THE BRITISH EMBASSY ANKARA

FOREIGN & COMMONWEALTH OFFICE

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

TenderAmendment

29 Jan 2018 at 10:49

Tender

29 Jan 2018 at 07:51

Summary of the contracting process

The Foreign & Commonwealth Office is currently retendering the contract for the provision of mobile telecommunication services to the British Embassy in Ankara. This open procurement process is focused on delivering robust mobile telephony services, including voice and data, for a total of 441 devices. The tender period closes on 19th February 2018, with the contract commencing on 1st April 2018 and running until 31st March 2020. The industry category falls under telecommunications services, and the service is expected to reach various locations across the United Kingdom and beyond, including British Overseas Territories and Europe.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for telecommunications providers and related service providers looking to expand their business. Companies that can offer comprehensive mobile communication solutions, including plans for international SMS and extensive coverage capabilities, would be particularly well-suited to compete in this tender. Engaging in this contract could not only enhance their portfolio but also establish a long-term partnership with a notable government entity.

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Notice Title

PROVISION OF MOBILE TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES TO THE BRITISH EMBASSY ANKARA

Notice Description

British Embassy Ankara is seeking to retender the contract for the provision of mobile telecommunication services. The Authority requires delivery of robust mobile telephony service, both voice and data, providing national coverage for 441 smartphones, Blackberry and UK officially provided handsets, from which 254 users need International SMS Package and 275 users - Whole World Package (Tum Dunya). Please be informed that the tender (https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cab01be1-8d5e-4f66-9697-e5ab77a343d8; project code_1621, itt_2169, CPG/2529/2018) is published on the FCO's procurement portal https://fco.bravosolution.co.uk/.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-049a5359-755d-406c-9b93-9ea18f15e751
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cab01be1-8d5e-4f66-9697-e5ab77a343d8
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

64 - Postal and telecommunications services


CPV Codes

64200000 - Telecommunications services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jan 20188 years ago
Submission Deadline
19 Feb 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2018 - 31 Mar 2020 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FOREIGN & COMMONWEALTH OFFICE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
erika.benertaite@fco.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2AH
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

Notice Documents

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