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Mobile Voice and Data Services

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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19 May 2025 at 08:10

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education has concluded the re-procurement process for its Mobile Voice and Data Services contract, aiming to implement a new eSIM solution to be integrated with their existing ticketing systems. This procurement, under the industry category of "Telephone network" (CPV 32551400), involved a selective procurement method through a framework agreement. With a contract value of £173,124, the service will be delivered across various regions including the United Kingdom, Europe, and British Overseas Territories. The procurement process entered the award stage on 1st May 2025, with the contract period set from 1st May 2025 to 31st May 2028. The tendering process had concluded by 21st February 2025.

This contract presents opportunities for businesses specialising in advanced telecommunications solutions and service integration. Companies with expertise in implementing cutting-edge telecommunication services and those capable of providing scalable eSIM solutions would find this opportunity beneficial. Although the current contract has been awarded to BT Limited, the competitive landscape for similar future procurements can be fertile ground for SMEs, given the Department's noted preference for engaging with small and medium enterprises where feasible. Engaging in such public sector frameworks can greatly help businesses expand their market presence and leverage new technological advancements in the sector.

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Notice Title

Mobile Voice and Data Services

Notice Description

Project for the re-procurement of DfE's Mobile Voice & Data Services contract, with the existing contract expiring on 31st May 2025. As part of this activity, DfE will look to implement a new eSIM solution, as well as procuring a management system which integrates with DfE's existing ticketing systems.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-18da8b0f-66fb-42e0-abc6-da69b5363e87
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ac4e8234-2981-4648-9983-ce4640c2f1c6
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment


CPV Codes

32551400 - Telephone network

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£173,124 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£173,124 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
21 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Apr 20259 months ago
Contract Period
30 Apr 2025 - 31 May 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3BT
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

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