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NPS Talk & Text

MINISTRY OF JUSTICE

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28 Feb 2022 at 15:17

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "NPS Talk & Text" was initiated by the Ministry of Justice, focusing on mobile telephones within the services industry. This contract aims to facilitate communication for service users with probation officers, particularly during the pandemic. The procurement method employed was selective, utilising a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract value is set at £133,620, with the tender period concluded on 16 June 2020. The contract commenced on 8 July 2020 and will run until 7 July 2021. The location for delivery encompasses various areas including the United Kingdom and British Overseas Territories.

This tender represents a strategic opportunity for businesses, especially those small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can provide mobile communication solutions tailored for governmental services. Companies with expertise in delivering secure communications systems and related technical support would be particularly well-suited to compete for such contracts. Engaging in projects like this can significantly bolster a business’s portfolio and expand its reach within the public sector.

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Notice Title

NPS Talk & Text

Notice Description

To enable service users the ability to contact probation officers during the pandemic. These Connections are lock down and are only able to make calls and text to approved numbers. All premium numbers are blocked and can not be used.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-27a46aff-f658-4a5c-b268-c99905a908d1
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9f2dbad8-94f5-4da2-9015-571d09281cef
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

32250000 - Mobile telephones

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£133,620 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£133,620 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Feb 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 Jun 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Jun 20205 years ago
Contract Period
7 Jul 2020 - 7 Jul 2021 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF JUSTICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E14 4PU
Post Town
East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI42 Tower Hamlets
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Tower Hamlets
Electoral Ward
Canary Wharf
Westminster Constituency
Poplar and Limehouse

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

VODAFONE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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