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Framework Agreement for the Provision of a Network, Security and Telecoms Partner and Consultant with Exchange Enablement Capabilities

BLACKPOOL COUNCIL

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22 Jan 2018 at 15:38

Tender

02 Aug 2017 at 08:56

Summary of the contracting process

Blackpool Council is conducting a tender for a Framework Agreement aimed at selecting a partner for the Provision of a Network, Security and Telecoms services with Exchange Enablement Capabilities. This project entails assisting the council with the implementation and maintenance of their network over a contract period from January 1, 2018, until December 31, 2024. The procurement process is at the award stage, following a selective procurement method under a restricted procedure, with an estimated contract value of £5,000,000. The tender was announced on August 2, 2017, and was open for submissions until August 31, 2017, with delivery locations specified in the North West region of England.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for firms specialising in IT services, network management, and telecommunications, particularly those with capabilities in both consulting and equipment provision. Companies that are well-suited to compete include established IT firms, telecommunications suppliers, and consultancies capable of delivering integrated network solutions. The selected contractor will play a crucial role in the council's digital transformation and might have prospects for further contracts as the technological landscape evolves.

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Notice Title

Framework Agreement for the Provision of a Network, Security and Telecoms Partner and Consultant with Exchange Enablement Capabilities

Notice Description

Blackpool Council wishes to select a single partner to assist them in the implementation and maintenance of its network for the duration of 5+1+1 years. This tender is intended to enable Blackpool Council to select a suitable partner to assist them with the design, development, delivery and management of a new and existing wide area network.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/789672bf-9803-4981-951d-21e42dafd4cc
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

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

64 - Postal and telecommunications services

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


CPV Codes

30200000 - Computer equipment and supplies

32400000 - Networks

32500000 - Telecommunications equipment and supplies

64200000 - Telecommunications services

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£5,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£5,000,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jan 20188 years ago
Submission Deadline
31 Aug 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Dec 20178 years ago
Contract Period
1 Jan 2018 - 31 Dec 2024 Over 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
BLACKPOOL COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BLACKPOOL
Postcode
FY1 1NA
Post Town
Blackpool
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD42 Blackpool
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)

Local Authority
Blackpool
Electoral Ward
Talbot
Westminster Constituency
Blackpool South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THE NETWORKING PEOPLE (NORTH WEST

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