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Crown Hosting Internet - HO Digital Data Centre Connectivity

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03 Oct 2025 at 14:46

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the contract titled "Crown Hosting Internet - HO Digital Data Centre Connectivity" was conducted by the Home Office, based in London, United Kingdom. This contract falls under the services category, specifically focusing on internet network services. It was part of a selective procurement process, with a call-off from a framework agreement, indicating a more targeted approach. The award stage of the procurement was completed, with Exponential-e Limited being awarded the contract. The total value of the contract is £141,977, and it will run from 25th May 2025 to 24th May 2026. The process highlights suitability for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), with key dates including the tender period ending on 14th April 2025 and the award date on 30th April 2025.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in internet network services, particularly SMEs, given the procurement method's focus on selective criteria through a framework agreement. Companies with a strong track record in providing digital data centre connectivity solutions would be well-suited to compete and deliver value within this contract's scope. The involvement of large-scale enterprise, Exponential-e Limited, as the supplier demonstrates the competitive nature and the potential for substantial business development within this field.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Crown Hosting Internet - HO Digital Data Centre Connectivity

Notice Description

Crown Hosting Internet - HO Digital Data Centre Connectivity

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-5d253141-682c-4071-933a-4fcd89cca479
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/30b5facb-5aee-4ad6-9da1-25c37db32264
Current Stage
Award
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

CPV Codes

32412110 - Internet network

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£141,977 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£141,977 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
14 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Apr 202510 months ago
Contract Period
24 May 2025 - 24 May 2026 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
HOME OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
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

EXPONENTIAL-E

Further Information

Notice Documents

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