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Wi-Fi Refresh - con_26271

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education (DfE) has concluded a contract for replacing its out-of-support Wi-Fi solution with new Wi-Fi Access Points. The procurement process, tagged as "Wi-Fi Refresh - con_26271," falls under the local area network and internet services categories. The procurement method used was a call-off from the Crown Commercial Service Network Services 3 (RM6116) Framework. Key dates include the tender end date of 11th November 2024 and the contract period from 17th December 2024 to 30th June 2025. The awarded supplier, British Telecommunications Public Limited Company (BT PLC), will perform site surveys and implement the new devices across DfE's offices in various locations, including the British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, the Isle of Man, and the United Kingdom, for a total contract value of £407,236.66.

This tender offers significant business opportunities, especially for companies specialising in local area network and internet services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) focused on IT infrastructure can leverage such contracts to expand their international presence, as the procurement covers regions beyond the UK. By participating in similar calls for competition and framework agreements, businesses can enhance their portfolios and gain access to more government contracts, driving business growth and fostering long-term partnerships with notable public bodies like the Department for Education.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Wi-Fi Refresh - con_26271

Notice Description

Contract to replace DfE's existing Wi-Fi solution, which is out of support, with new Wi-Fi Access Points. The Supplier will complete services in two phases: Phase 1 - conduct Site Surveys at each of DfE's offices which will determine the required configuration and volume of the replacement devices. Phase 2 - implementation of the replacement devices, and disposal of the existing EOL equipment. The Supplier will also provide Early Life Support; covering any faults with replacement Wi-Fi Access Point devices and/or any configuration issues within 3-months following implementation. The Call-Off Contract has been awarded following the outcome of a Further Competition conducted via the Crown Commercial Service Network Services 3 (RM6116) Framework, Lot 2a: Intra Site Connectivity (Local Area Network) / Local Connectivity Services.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-39a0ea07-bfc3-47da-8bd4-fda9a2f91993
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f1a6486f-367b-4f0c-87f6-d41593b8be58
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
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

32410000 - Local area network

72400000 - Internet services

72710000 - Local area network services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£407,236 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£407,236 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Dec 20241 years ago
Contract Period
17 Dec 2024 - 30 Jun 2025 6-12 months
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
DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S1 2FJ
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE32 Sheffield
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BRITISH TELECOMMUNICATIONS PUBLIC LIMITED COMPANY (BT

Further Information

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