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Market Benchmark Assessment

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education has completed the procurement process for the "Market Benchmark Assessment" tender. This tender focused on benchmarking IT services related to broadband connectivity and network cyber security. The total contract value was £63,365 GBP. The procurement method used was selective, with a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract period started on July 15, 2022, and ends on September 30, 2022. The award was granted to Pixel Group Ltd.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses in the IT services sector, particularly those specialising in consulting, software development, Internet, and support services. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) interested in providing these specialised IT services could benefit from bidding in similar selective procurement projects. The tender was awarded by the Department for Education, facilitating equal access to connectivity and ensuring a common standard of cyber security across educational institutions.

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Notice Title

Market Benchmark Assessment

Notice Description

Benchmarking of services comprising broadband connectivity (uncontested, low latency, symmetrical broadband) and network cyber security. These services are essential for curriculum delivery and BAU functions. Centrally funding these services ensures that all colleges and students have equal access to connectivity regardless of geographical location. It ensures a common minimum standard of cyber security and support.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/068efc2b-baaf-471a-b7c9-47e2de74b926
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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

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


CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£63,365 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£63,365 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Aug 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 Jul 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Jul 20223 years ago
Contract Period
14 Jul 2022 - 30 Sep 2022 1-6 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
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

PIXEL GROUP

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