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Mobile Phones - Data and Voice

ROTHERHAM METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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07 Apr 2026 at 08:23

Summary of the contracting process

Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council, acting as the buying organisation, has completed the procurement for "Mobile Phones - Data and Voice" under the industry category of telecommunication and related equipment. This procurement process, completed with Vodafone Limited as the supplier, was conducted through a selective procurement method via a Call-Off Contract from the Mobile Voice and Data Services Framework Agreement (RM6261), specifically Lot 1. Located in Rotherham, the contract began on 4th January 2026 and will continue for 36 months, ending on 3rd January 2029. The contract, valued at £82,601, was awarded on 3rd January 2026 and published on 7th April 2026.

This tender creates significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community and social enterprises (VCSEs) specialised in delivering telecommunication services. The contract's focus on mobile voice and data services presents a lucrative opportunity for companies operating within this industry to strengthen their market positions and expand commercial relationships. By participating in framework agreements like RM6261, businesses can align themselves with established public sector procurement networks, paving the way for steady revenue streams and operational scalability within public sectors.

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Notice Title

Mobile Phones - Data and Voice

Notice Description

Procured via Mobile Voice and Data Services Framework Agreement (RM6261), Lot 1: Mobile Voice and Data Services Catalogue. This Call-Off Contract Starts on 04 January 2026 and is valid for 36-months.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-cab04cd1-2ac3-47b2-962d-16eddc07ea22
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fc37cf8d-8fc9-4efa-a192-66af69d4bf5d
Current Stage
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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
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£82,601 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£82,601 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
3 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Jan 20263 months ago
Contract Period
4 Jan 2026 - 3 Jan 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
ROTHERHAM METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ROTHERHAM
Postcode
S60 1AE
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE34 Rotherham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Rotherham
Electoral Ward
Boston Castle
Westminster Constituency
Rotherham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

VODAFONE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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