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4G Routers Wave 3

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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04 Mar 2021 at 10:23

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education in the United Kingdom has awarded a contract titled "4G Routers Wave 3" under the goods category, specifically for network routers. This contract, valued at £351,120, was initiated to facilitate internet access for students engaged in remote learning during the pandemic. The procurement process was selective and involved a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period closed on 11 January 2021, and the contract commenced on 12 January 2021, with a duration extending until 31 July 2021.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in telecommunications and IT products, particularly those capable of providing networking equipment. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to explore similar contracts, as they often aim to enhance educational resources and bridge digital divides. Companies with expertise in the provision of technology solutions that support remote learning would be especially well-suited to participate in future procurement processes of this nature.

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Notice Title

4G Routers Wave 3

Notice Description

This contract provides 4G routers to enable students access to the internet for remote learning during the pandemic.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4ed56e7a-feb0-4784-b181-d69893447a1e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/905b6b53-3b2d-4089-b788-0969c9655232
Current Stage
Award
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
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

32413100 - Network routers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£351,120 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£351,120 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Mar 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 Jan 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Jan 20215 years ago
Contract Period
12 Jan 2021 - 31 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
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

COMPUTACENTER

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