Tender

Invitation to Tender for Broadband Network Services Framework Agreement

HERTS FOR LEARNING LIMITED

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Summary of the contracting process

The buying organisation, Herts for Learning Limited, has issued an Invitation to Tender for a Broadband Network Services Framework Agreement aimed at providing high-speed broadband network services to schools and education settings within Hertfordshire. The procurement stage is currently open, with a tender deadline set for June 3, 2024. The contract period for the selected supplier will start on July 22, 2024, and end on July 21, 2028. The procurement falls under the services category and is conducted through an open procedure (above threshold).

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses in the Internet service providers industry to compete for providing broadband network services to educational settings in Hertfordshire. Suppliers capable of delivering EoFTTC, FTTC, and SOGEA locally are encouraged to participate. The Framework Agreement aims to support schools in transitioning to fiber solutions and improving their network infrastructure, aligning with national recommendations. Businesses looking to expand their presence in the education sector with a focus on broadband services would find this tender well-suited for their growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Invitation to Tender for Broadband Network Services Framework Agreement

Notice Description

HFL has elected to reprocure a Framework for the provision of suitable broadband network services for schools, and education settings within Hertfordshire including MATs with a setting in Hertfordshire. The Supplier will provide a fully managed wide area broadband network to enable a high-speed network connection to eligible settings. In line with Government recommendations and the national fibre roll out, schools are expected to move off copper-based connections and move over to fibre solutions. Suppliers are required to continue delivering EoFTTC, FTTC and SOGEA where is it available locally. Additional information: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/educationportal/ Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-691f672f-0ca4-4869-af0a-31247296c951
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2bbe6019-d59f-46a5-98a6-397618a7e1c5
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

72411000 - Internet service providers ISP

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 May 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
3 Jun 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
22 Jul 2024 - 21 Jul 2028 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HERTS FOR LEARNING LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
HERTFORDSHIRE
Postcode
SG1 2FQ
Post Town
Stevenage
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH26 North and East Hertfordshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Stevenage
Electoral Ward
Symonds Green
Westminster Constituency
Stevenage

Further Information

Notice Documents

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