Tender

Provision of Avaya Telephony Support and Maintenance

SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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18 Sep 2019 at 14:46

Summary of the contracting process

Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is conducting a procurement for the "Provision of Avaya Telephony Support and Maintenance" as part of their ongoing services in the telecommunications industry. The tender is currently in the planning stage, with submissions due by 3rd October 2019. The contract is expected to commence on 28th October 2019 for a duration of one year, extendable for two additional twelve-month periods. The total estimated contract value is £150,000, and it is being carried out through an open procedure below the threshold. The project location is in the West Midlands, United Kingdom, specifically at the address B69 3DB.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in telephony support and maintenance, particularly those holding Avaya partner status of Sapphire or above. Companies capable of delivering comprehensive repair and support services for telephony equipment will find suitable conditions to propose their solutions. By participating in this tender, businesses can secure a significant service contract with the potential for future extensions, fostering growth and establishing a long-term relationship with a local authority.

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Notice Title

Provision of Avaya Telephony Support and Maintenance

Notice Description

Provision of Avaya Telephony Support and Maintenance Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council (SMBC) is inviting a suitably qualified Avaya Edge partner with a status level of Sapphire or above to provide a support and maintenance contract relating to our Avaya CS1000e, Avaya Aura Contact Centre 6, Avaya Call Pilot, Avaya 2330 Secure Router, Verint Impact 360 WFO and associated modules and equipment including licencing. Further details are in the Part A document - Section 2. Requirement - specification. Period of Contract As an indication the Contract is expected to commence on 28 October 2019 and will be for a period of 1 year until 27 October 2020, with the option for 2 further 12-month extensions on a 1 plus 1-year basis. Value of Contract The total estimated value excluding VAT for the entire duration of the contract including all extension options is PS150,000. This value is based on historical spend data and is intended to be used as a guide only and is not a guarantee of the level of business that will be generated from the contract. Contractors/Supplier(s) Appointment On the basis of the Tender submissions the Council will select one supplier to be appointed under the contract to provide the Services in accordance with the published suitability assessment criteria and award criteria as detailed within the Invitation to Tender. The Council will be using the In-tend e-Tendering System for this Procurement exercise, please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc to access the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. From here you will be able to register your company, express an interest in the opportunity, and gain immediate access to the ITT and other related documents. In Order To View the On-Line Questionnaire and Submit a Tender, you will be required to' Opt-In'. For a Step by Step user guide to the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal please click on the 'Guidance for Suppliers' section of the website. All procurement responses must be carried out via the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. If you require further assistance in respect of the system please contact the In-tend support team on 0844 272 8810. Closing date: Thursday 03 October 2019 at 15:00hrs Additional information: The Council will be using the In-tend e-Tendering System for this Procurement exercise, please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc to access the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. From here you will be able to register your company, express an interest in the opportunity, and gain immediate access to the ITT and other related documents. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-75ab4e88-9063-4da7-82a2-71e1af12a971
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ad5a2a79-aad0-407d-b13e-c43bd82c0d83
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

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


CPV Codes

50334100 - Repair and maintenance services of line telephony equipment

71356300 - Technical support services

72250000 - System and support services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Sep 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
3 Oct 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
28 Oct 2019 - 27 Oct 2020 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Michelle Hackwood
Contact Email
michelle_hackwood@sandwell.gov.uk
Contact Phone
0121 569 2873

Buyer Location

Locality
WEST MIDLANDS
Postcode
B69 3DB
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG37 Sandwell
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Sandwell
Electoral Ward
Oldbury
Westminster Constituency
West Bromwich

Further Information

Notice Documents

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