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The ECHO2 Programme: Network Integration Services Procurement

FOREIGN COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

01 Apr 2022 at 08:00

Award Notice
Tender

02 Jun 2020 at 12:48

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office has awarded a framework agreement for the "The ECHO2 Programme: Network Integration Services Procurement" to Fujitsu Services Limited for the provision of telecommunications services. This procurement was marked complete as of 1st April 2022, with an overall contract value of £44,100,000. The framework agreement is set to span from 15th March 2022 to 14th March 2027, covering delivery in London, United Kingdom. The procurement method utilised was a selective process under a competitive procedure with negotiation due to its value exceeding threshold limits.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses engaged in telecommunications and network services, particularly those with capabilities for large-scale integration across multiple locations. Companies experienced in delivering strategic services to government entities or similar institutions would be well-positioned to compete for subsequent call-off contracts under this framework. Participation in such large-scale projects can enhance business visibility, provide substantial revenues, and foster long-term relationships with government buyers.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

The ECHO2 Programme: Network Integration Services Procurement

Notice Description

The contracting authority on behalf of the Secretary of State for the Foreign Commonwealth and Development Affairs, and the British Council (BC) (collectively the 'Partners' or 'Customers') have awarded a framework agreement to Fujitsu Services Limited for the provision of Network Integration Services (the 'Services') (FCDO Call Off Contract).

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-507e111d-59d2-4a32-a892-86ced4105fad
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9deb9211-075b-4dc4-b01a-a7efd1f33147
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive procedure with negotiation (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

64 - Postal and telecommunications services

CPV Codes

64200000 - Telecommunications services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£44,100,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£44,100,000 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Apr 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
26 Oct 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Mar 20223 years ago
Contract Period
15 Mar 2022 - 14 Mar 2027 Over 5 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
FOREIGN COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE
Additional Buyers

FOREIGN & COMMONWEALTH OFFICE

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2AH
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
TLI London
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FUJITSU SERVICES

Further Information

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