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Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) & Direct Inward Dialling (DDI) Agreement

PENSION PROTECTION FUND

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22 Oct 2024 at 15:02

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28 Oct 2021 at 10:55

Summary of the contracting process

The Pension Protection Fund has finalised a public procurement process for a contract titled "Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) & Direct Inward Dialling (DDI) Agreement." This contract pertains to telecommunications network services with a specific focus on SIP channels and DDI services. These services will be relocated to Croydon, London. The project, categorised under the telecommunications network industry, commenced on 15 October 2021 and is set to conclude on 14 October 2025, including a 12-month extension option that was executed. The total contract value amounts to £63,135.36, including VAT, and it was executed through a call-off from a framework agreement. The procurement process has reached the award completion stage.

For businesses specialising in telecommunications services, this tender provided a significant opportunity to partner with a large, reputable organisation such as the Pension Protection Fund. Though the procurement has been completed, similar future tenders would be particularly beneficial for large-scale providers like Virgin Media Business Limited, who can offer extensive SIP and DDI solutions. Such contracts are instrumental for companies looking to expand their services in the public sector and establish long-lasting relationships with governmental bodies. Businesses capable of delivering robust telecommunications network solutions should monitor upcoming opportunities from similar procurement notices.

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Notice Title

Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) & Direct Inward Dialling (DDI) Agreement

Notice Description

This contract is for the SIP channels and DDIs which are to be relocated to Croydon. The initial contract term is 36 months with an option to extend for a further 12 months. The overall contract value (including the optional 12-month extension) is PS53,812.80. Notice updated to reflect option to extend executed for final 12 months. Value updated to include VAT.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f94991f0-6bad-4ccb-8cc8-1765e5485b2f
Current Stage
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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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

32412100 - Telecommunications network

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£63,135 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£53,812 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Aug 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Oct 20214 years ago
Contract Period
14 Oct 2021 - 14 Oct 2025 4-5 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
PENSION PROTECTION FUND
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
commercialservices@ppf.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
CROYDON
Postcode
CR0 2NA
Post Town
Croydon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI6 Outer London - South
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI62 Croydon
Delivery Location
TLI London

Local Authority
Croydon
Electoral Ward
Fairfield
Westminster Constituency
Croydon West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

VIRGIN MEDIA BUSINESS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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