Look Ahead Care & Support - IT Managed Service Provider

LOOK AHEAD CARE AND SUPPORT

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Summary of the contracting process

Look Ahead Care and Support is seeking a managed IT service provider through an open procurement process under the industry category of Information Technology Services (CPV code 72222300). The procurement is focused on delivering a variety of IT services including a 24/7 Managed Service Desk, Server Hosting, Backup as a Service, Security Services, and Technical Guidance among others. This tender, titled "Look Ahead Care & Support - IT Managed Service Provider," is currently in the Tender stage with initial bids due by 12:00 PM on 11 February 2025. The contract is planned to commence on 5 May 2025 and will run for three years, with the potential for a 24-month extension, totalling a maximum duration of five years. The services are to be provided in the South East region of the United Kingdom.

This tender represents an excellent opportunity for SMEs specialising in comprehensive IT service management to enhance their portfolios and secure a long-term partnership with a reputable organisation. Given the extensive array of required services, businesses experienced in providing integrated and innovative IT solutions, including server hosting and cybersecurity, will find this contract particularly appealing. Moreover, the potential five-year contract duration offers significant stability and growth potential for suitable candidates, making it an attractive prospect for SMEs looking to expand their market presence.

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Look Ahead Care & Support - IT Managed Service Provider

LOOK AHEAD CARE AND SUPPORT

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

10th January 2025 17:45:10 PM

Tender Deadline

11th February 2025 12:00:00 PM 16 days remaining
Contract Summary

The purpose of this tender is to identify a suitable supplier to deliver an IT Managed Service Provider solution to include a number of services under the following headings:-24/7 Managed Service Desk-Server hosting-Backup as a Service (BaaS)-Security services-Procurement, billing and builds-Reporting and Service Reviews-Technical and innovation guidance, advice and support in conjunction with the Look Ahead IT strategic planIt is the intention that this service will be awarded under one contract to one supplier. To deliver the requirements, an initial 3-year contract will be awarded with an optional extension of an additional 24 months. Therefore a total potential contract length of 5 years.
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-b5fd17-9a1bbbf1-a833-41d1-83f9-d351a933e860

Publication Source

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Procurement Stage

Tender

Procurement Method

Open

Procurement Method Details

Open Procedure

Procurement Category

Services

Tender Suitability

SME

Framework / DPS
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

72222300

CPV Division(s)

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

LOOK AHEAD CARE AND SUPPORT

Buyer Name

Christopher Barber

Buyer Email

ChristopherBarber@lookahead.org.uk

Buyer Phone

Buyer Address

Cally Yard, 439 Caledonian Road

London

N7 9BG

England

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Look Ahead Care & Support - IT Managed Service Provider

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