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Wakefield Council Contact Centre Telephony Solution

WAKEFIELD COUNCIL

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26 Nov 2025 at 11:13

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, organised by Wakefield Council, involves the provision of a new telephony solution for their contact centre, aiming to enhance communication across departments and improve customer service. This contract falls under the telecommunications equipment and supplies industry, with additional focuses on contact management software and installation services of telephony and telegraphy equipment. This selective procurement method, initiated as a call-off from a framework agreement, has reached the award stage. Notably, the contract was awarded to WCL UK Ltd t/a Everything ICT for an amount of £709,010. The contract will be executed within Yorkshire and the Humber, UK, from 6th April 2026 to 5th April 2029.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in telecommunications and IT solutions, specifically those with expertise in contact management and telephony installations. The project underlines Wakefield Council's commitment to leveraging technology for efficient operations, making it a lucrative chance for an established provider in the ICT sector to showcase their capabilities. Although this particular procurement did not prioritise SMEs or VCSEs, the substantial contract value and the involvement of a large supplier like WCL UK Ltd highlight the potential for significant business growth through similar public sector collaborations.

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Notice Title

Wakefield Council Contact Centre Telephony Solution

Notice Description

This solution will enable us to enhance communication and collaboration across all departments, ensuring that we can respond to customer enquiries swiftly and effectively. By adopting this solution, Wakefield Council aims to deliver an exceptional customer experience, streamline operations, and support the diverse needs of our community. Our new solution will not only address current communication challenges but also position us to adapt to future growth and evolving customer expectations.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a2787c1b-d7a8-4c2c-bffa-8566e540c3a5
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ae48e40a-a1cb-4826-8ec8-b71809bf4eed
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

48 - Software package and information systems

51 - Installation services (except software)


CPV Codes

32500000 - Telecommunications equipment and supplies

48333000 - Contact management software package

51340000 - Installation services of line telephony equipment

51350000 - Installation services of line telegraphy equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£709,010 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£709,010 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Nov 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
5 Apr 2026 - 5 Apr 2029 3-4 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
WAKEFIELD COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WAKEFIELD
Postcode
WF1 2EB
Post Town
Wakefield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE45 Wakefield
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber

Local Authority
Wakefield
Electoral Ward
Wakefield North
Westminster Constituency
Wakefield and Rothwell

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WCL UK LTD T/A EVERYTHING ICT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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