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AT1369 - Mobile and Data services

LUTON COUNCIL

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11 Jul 2025 at 16:05

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for "AT1369 - Mobile and Data services" has been conducted by Luton Council, with the award announced on 11th July 2025. This procurement falls under the services category, specifically targeting SIM cards and mobile telephones, and is situated within the United Kingdom, primarily in England. The process reached the award stage, and the contract is valued at GBP 240,000. Notably, the procurement method was a direct award, indicating a straightforward selection of the supplier. The contract is set to commence on 24th July 2025 and will extend until 23rd July 2029, providing a multi-year engagement opportunity for the supplier Virgin Media Business.

This tender presents significant opportunities for growth, particularly for large businesses with capability in mobile and data services, as it underscores a stable, long-term commitment from Luton Council. While the specific procurement favoured a direct award methodology which limits competition, businesses specialising in telecommunications solutions may benefit from observing the demand trends and preparing for future similar requirements. The contract's multi-year duration implies sustained engagement and potential growth in services and innovation for Virgin Media Business or comparable businesses in the sector. As such, entities keen to venture into public sector contracts might consider aligning themselves with councils’ needs in communications and data provision.

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Notice Title

AT1369 - Mobile and Data services

Notice Description

Mobile Services

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-87e9a032-7733-4702-b4d7-ba879f00ada3
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7e3f2f13-f5f7-4272-9811-45938fde8875
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

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


CPV Codes

31712112 - SIM cards

32250000 - Mobile telephones

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£240,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£240,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
23 Jul 2025 - 24 Jul 2029 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LUTON COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@luton.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 7743164683

Buyer Location

Locality
LUTON
Postcode
LU1 2BQ
Post Town
Luton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH21 Luton
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Luton
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Luton South and South Bedfordshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

VIRGIN MEDIA BUSINESS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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