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DfE BT Wi-Fi Vouchers

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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28 Sep 2020 at 10:56

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education initiated a tender for the provision of "DfE BT Wi-Fi Vouchers," aimed at supplying Wi-Fi vouchers for pupils in need across England. With procurement classified under wide area network services, the tender process was completed following a direct procurement method through a single tender action. The contract, valued at £1,000,000, commenced on 29th July 2020 and is set to conclude on 31st December 2020. This award was formally published on 28th September 2020, following the tender period which ended on 10th July 2020.

This opportunity offers significant potential for businesses in the technology and telecommunications sector, particularly those capable of delivering network services to educational institutions. Companies that specialise in providing connectivity solutions, especially those with experience working with the public sector, would be well-positioned to compete for similar contracts. The focus on aiding students in need indicates a commitment to social responsibility, which may also appeal to businesses prioritising community engagement and support.

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Notice Title

DfE BT Wi-Fi Vouchers

Notice Description

Wi-Fi vouchers for pupils in need across England.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/489d2f05-7b60-4c30-9e71-b2ac76ff0072
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72720000 - Wide area network services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Sep 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
10 Jul 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Jul 20205 years ago
Contract Period
28 Jul 2020 - 31 Dec 2020 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
DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M1 2WD
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
Piccadilly
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BRITISH TELECOMMUNICATIONS

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