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4 MNO 4G/5G Router Public Sector Device/Connectivity - Wigan MBC

GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY

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13 Nov 2024 at 16:06

Summary of the contracting process

The Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) has awarded a direct procurement contract for "4 MNO 4G/5G Router Public Sector Device/Connectivity - Wigan MBC" to Virgin Media Business Limited. This procurement falls under the office and computing machinery category, specifically targeting telecommunications equipment. The contract, valued at £80,510, focuses on providing 4G/5G Netgear routers under the GMCA 5GIR SDN Project. This initiative aims to improve connectivity across various regions, including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, and the wider United Kingdom. The procurement process is currently in the award stage, with the contract period running from 1st November 2024 to 31st January 2025.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the telecommunications and networking sectors, particularly those offering advanced connectivity solutions. Virgin Media Business Limited, as the supplier, will deliver the essential connectivity devices that public sector bodies require to enhance their digital infrastructure. Companies with expertise in providing robust 4G/5G hardware and related support services are well-suited to benefit from such contracts, potentially paving the way for future collaborations with public sector entities seeking technological upgrades. This procurement illustrates the growing demand for innovative tech solutions within the public sector, offering substantial growth prospects for capable suppliers.

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Notice Title

4 MNO 4G/5G Router Public Sector Device/Connectivity - Wigan MBC

Notice Description

The GMCA 5GIR SDN Project SIM contract is a device only procurement with standard manufactures support. The product is a 4G/5G Netgear router available form the VMO2 Public Sector Device RM6261 framework call off.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/46f49651-8ec1-48d6-868a-b2db5b41713c
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

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


CPV Codes

30000000 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

32000000 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£80,510 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£80,510 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Nov 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
31 Oct 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Oct 20241 years ago
Contract Period
1 Nov 2024 - 31 Jan 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Alicia Slominska
Contact Email
alicia.slominska@greatermanchester-ca.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 0

Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M1 6EU
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Deansgate
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

VIRGIN MEDIA BUSINESS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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