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Wide Area Network (WAN) 2023

DVSA - DRIVER AND VEHICLE STANDARDS AGENCY

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31 Jul 2024 at 15:43

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Summary of the contracting process

The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has completed the procurement process titled "Wide Area Network (WAN) 2023", focusing on the procurement of wide area network services. This tender, classified under CPV code 32430000, encompasses a range of connectivity and network services for various locations, including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. The procurement was conducted through a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. Key dates include the contract period from 11th April 2024 to 10th April 2028, with the tender period ending on 8th January 2024. Worth £4,891,192, the award was given to Vodafone Limited and was officially published on 31st July 2024.

This procurement presents significant growth opportunities for businesses involved in connectivity and network services. Companies with expertise in wide area networking, secure internet connections, service management, and network security can benefit from such tenders. While this specific contract may not suit SMEs or VCSEs due to its scale and scope, larger enterprises with capabilities in IP addressing, routing, and service support are well-positioned to compete. Participation in similar future tenders can lead to long-term contracts and stable revenue streams, fostering business expansion and innovation in the technology and telecommunications sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Wide Area Network (WAN) 2023

Notice Description

This notice is for transparency purposes only. The contract is for the provision of wide area network services. In scope: Migration from the existing suppliers o Connectivity o Office to Office connectivity o Office to Data Centre connectivity o Direct Internet Access (DIA) connectivity o Network Services (IP addressing, routing, failover, application prioritisation etc) o Service Management and Support o Employee Internet Access via secure internet connection. o Security Monitoring, Performance, Reporting and Documentation Out of scope: o Data Centre supplier Inter Data Centre Connectivity o Connectivity to the Internet from the current supplier (Equinix) Data Centres o LAN Equipment (Cabled and Wi-Fi) at Buyer sites o Public Services Network connectivity

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-68f86785-e3a9-438a-9ecc-ff37b94e1c84
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fc0d587a-7e66-4a47-b6eb-ed73346a388e
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
Not specified
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

32430000 - Wide area network

72720000 - Wide area network services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,891,192 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£4,891,192 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Jul 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
8 Jan 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Apr 20241 years ago
Contract Period
10 Apr 2024 - 10 Apr 2028 4-5 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
DVSA - DRIVER AND VEHICLE STANDARDS AGENCY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
commercialenquiries@dvsa.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS5 0DA
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK51 Bristol, City of
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Bristol, City of
Electoral Ward
Lawrence Hill
Westminster Constituency
Bristol East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

VODAFONE

Further Information

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