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The FitzWimarc School ~ IT & Networks Services Tender

THE FITZWIMARC SCHOOL

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24 Jun 2025 at 09:25

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Summary of the contracting process

The FitzWimarc School has concluded its selective IT & Networks Services Tender process, utilizing a restricted procedure. Located in Rayleigh, East of England, the educational institution caters to a substantial number of pupils and staff, requiring robust computer network services. The contract, valued at £683,193.82, extends from 1st August 2025 to 31st July 2030, following the award stage dated 19th May 2025. This process is pertinent to the computer network services industry category and was dedicated to selecting a supplier capable of managing IT infrastructure across the school. The procurement method reflects a targeted approach to ensure quality delivery against the school's historical commitment to educational excellence over the last 90 years.

This tender presents a promising opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in IT and network services to expand their market reach within the educational sector. The FitzWimarc School chose Sweethaven Computers Limited, part of inTEC Group, as the supplier, highlighting a preference for SMEs capable of delivering comprehensive technical solutions. This contract allows businesses with expertise in computer network services to leverage this substantial project, gain a foothold in the education industry, and support the digital transformation of educational facilities in the region. Entrepreneurial ventures targeting similar contracts can expect to enhance their credibility and client base by demonstrating successful engagement with large educational institutions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

The FitzWimarc School ~ IT & Networks Services Tender

Notice Description

The successful Supplier will be required to provide IT & Networks services for The FitzWimarc School. The FitzWimarc School is a mixed comprehensive of 1794 pupils and circa 231 teaching and support staff. It has served the town of Rayleigh for 90 years and has a long tradition of excellence in education. The school has consistently achieved examination results that have been well above national averages.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-bce0c938-d790-49ea-9c5f-e2bbc5c3b63e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2e0039c5-abbc-402e-bd7c-29d30aa66b5f
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

72700000 - Computer network services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£683,193 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£683,193 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
18 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2025 - 31 Jul 2030 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE FITZWIMARC SCHOOL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
tenders@litmuspartnership.co.uk
Contact Phone
+441276673880

Buyer Location

Locality
RAYLEIGH
Postcode
SS6 8EB
Post Town
Southend-on-Sea
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH37 Essex Thames Gateway
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Rochford
Electoral Ward
Wheatley
Westminster Constituency
Rayleigh and Wickford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SWEETHAVEN COMPUTERS LIMITED, PART OF INTEC GROUP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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