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Telephony & Broadband

BISHOP WILKINSON CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST

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28 May 2025 at 15:36

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Summary of the contracting process

The Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust based in Sunderland, England, has completed the procurement process for a telecommunications service contract titled "Telephony & Broadband". This contracting process is categorised under the telecommunications equipment and supplies industry, with specific relevance to network connectivity terminal emulation software packages. The procurement utilised a selective method through a restricted procedure, surpassing the threshold. The tender period ended on 8th January 2024. The contract commences on 1st September 2024 and runs until 28th February 2027. Key contractual obligations include providing intra-site connectivity for Trust schools and future-proofing services during the contract duration.

This tender offers lucrative opportunities for businesses specialising in telecommunication services, particularly those experienced in delivering value-for-money solutions and consistent service provision across educational settings. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), including voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), are particularly well-suited to compete due to the trust's interest in a flexible, innovative approach to service delivery. The contract was awarded to Incom Business Systems Limited, an SME, indicating the potential for similar businesses to succeed by demonstrating adaptability and comprehensive service models for educational institutions. The phased rollout and optional cost submissions provide additional opportunities for suppliers to extend services based on evolving needs.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Telephony & Broadband

Notice Description

2.1 This FC sets out the requirements of this procurement and provides information on how the tender process will be managed. It also explains the clarification process and confirms the process that will be used to evaluate Tender(s). 2.2 The primary focus objective is to establish a suitable solution for a broadband and telephony provider to demonstrate value for money, efficient and consistent provision of service. 2.3 This tender is for a third-party provider to supply intra-site connectivity between all existing Trust schools. In addition, the provider will supply access to the Internet as well as VoIP services. 2.4 The current broadband service the customer currently has is FTTC broadband lines installed at the Village and Gurney Pease Academy along with an ADSL broadband line at Marchbank Free School. The roll out is to be a staggered approach with one school, Gurnsey Pease, that has contract until October 2024 with the remaining sites on a rolling contract. The key requirement for the Trust is to ensure that there is a fail overline for broadband and the ability to flip to VPN. 2.5 The trust is looking to use a phased, 'roll out' approach in the implementation of this contract, for the current schools, however dates are not confirmed and may be subject to change. The final phasing will be agreed as part of mobilisation with the awarded Supplier and ongoing contract management. 2.6 During the contract period the Trust aim to ensure that the service is future proofed. The pricing schedule will allow suppliers to submitted optional costs where the Trust will have visibility of additional services. The Trust reserve the right to review the submitted costs with the awarded supplier and reserve the right to test the market prior to any additional commitments being made within this contract.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-85db1ced-fd6a-43c2-859b-84907e1d1a94
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/68e6bf01-a701-473f-b523-50c65f3a414e
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

32500000 - Telecommunications equipment and supplies

48216000 - Network connectivity terminal emulation software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£163,741 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£163,741 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
8 Jan 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Feb 20242 years ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2024 - 28 Feb 2027 2-3 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
BISHOP WILKINSON CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SUNDERLAND
Postcode
SR5 3NY
Post Town
Sunderland
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC44 Sunderland
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Sunderland
Electoral Ward
Washington North
Westminster Constituency
Washington and Gateshead South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

INCOM BUSINESS SYSTEMS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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