EHRC 2122-31 Network Services

EQUALITY AND HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION

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23 Jun 2026 at 09:59

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14 Oct 2025 at 07:58

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19 Jul 2023 at 11:20

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08 Jun 2023 at 16:15

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06 Dec 2022 at 12:26

Award

29 Jul 2022 at 16:05

Summary of the contracting process

The Equality and Human Rights Commission is the buying organisation for the procurement process titled "EHRC 2122-31 Network Services", which falls under the industry category of IT services. This procurement focused on providing network connectivity services, including wide area networks, internet links with firewall security, and inbound voice services, along with the maintenance of related equipment. It covered locations across England, Scotland, and Wales in the United Kingdom. Initiated as a tender, the procurement method was selective, involving a call-off from the CCS RM3808 Framework Agreement. The procurement stage is complete, with the contract period running from 24th July 2022 to 23rd July 2027. The procurement process was concluded with an award made to British Telecommunications, with a contract value of £392,174 GBP as of the latest update on 23rd June 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses within the IT services sector that specialise in or have the capability to deliver robust network connectivity solutions. The framework agreement and the focus on comprehensive networking services offer growth possibilities for companies involved in consulting, software development, and internet support. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find this type of contract especially appealing given the suitability criteria indicated. The long-term contract nature provides the chance for steady business expansion and relationship building with a reputable public sector authority, like the Equality and Human Rights Commission. Businesses capable of delivering high-calibre IT solutions in multiple UK regions will be well-positioned to compete in similar future tenders.

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Notice Title

EHRC 2122-31 Network Services

Notice Description

The provision of network connectivity services to our premises. This includes wide area networks, internet links (including firewall security and protection) and inbound voice services and the support and maintenance of the associated equipment. Call Off from the CCS RM3808 Framework Agreement

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-baf4ceb6-2ad4-4a64-b8d7-89d1f6e28ceb
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/09920b34-08f5-4dec-a798-e7d8a05d415b
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£392,174 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£392,174 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jun 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
15 Jul 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Jul 20223 years ago
Contract Period
23 Jul 2022 - 23 Jul 2027 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
EQUALITY AND HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M4 3AQ
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
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), TLL Wales, TLM Scotland

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Piccadilly
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BRITISH TELECOMMUNICATIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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