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Mobile Voice and Data Services

OFFICE FOR STANDARDS IN EDUCATION, CHILDRENS SERVICES AND SKILLS

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Summary of the contracting process

The Office for Standards in Education, Children's Services and Skills (OFSTED) has completed a procurement process for the supply of Mobile Voice and Data Services, specifically targeting 1,200 mobile connections. This contract, identified as CON 1389, included a technology fund to support business-as-usual activities, allowing for the immediate replacement of lost, stolen, or damaged handsets. British Telecommunications PLC was awarded the contract, with the procurement conducted via a selective method as a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract, valued at £120,041.67, commenced on 25th August 2024 and is set to conclude on 24th August 2026, with services delivered across England and Wales. The tender falls under the industry category of "Mobile telephones" (CPV 32250000).

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in providing mobile telecommunications services. Companies capable of supporting extensive mobile networks, ensuring prompt replacement, and efficient management of a large volume of mobile connections are well-suited to compete in such contracts. Since the procurement method involved a call-off from a framework agreement, companies already part of similar frameworks could find these opportunities particularly advantageous. The framework approach can allow for streamlined processes and potential for ongoing collaborations with institutions like OFSTED, fostering long-term business relationships.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Mobile Voice and Data Services

Notice Description

The provision of Voice and Data services for 1,200 mobile connections. The contract will also include the provision of a technology fund to support BAU (business as usual) activity by having a tech fund which will be used to order replacements for lost, broken or stolen handsets immediately. May 2026: Purchase of 88 Google Pixel 10a 128GB - Increase of PS25,960.00 to contract value.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2e0b2512-1a62-4b71-898b-781a8ca51a64
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1596f54f-4df8-4810-b350-87b7a4687935
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

32250000 - Mobile telephones

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£120,041 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£120,041 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Jun 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
15 Jun 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Jul 20241 years ago
Contract Period
24 Aug 2024 - 24 Aug 2026 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
OFFICE FOR STANDARDS IN EDUCATION, CHILDRENS SERVICES AND SKILLS
Additional Buyers

OFSTED

Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 9EX
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
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England), TLL Wales
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BRITISH TELECOMMUNICATIONS

Further Information

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