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DHSC: ARP: Vodafone APN Connections

AMBULANCE RADIO PROGRAMME

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Award

12 Aug 2024 at 16:46

Summary of the contracting process

The "DHSC: ARP: Vodafone APN Connections" procurement process, managed by the Ambulance Radio Programme, pertains to providing IPVPN fixed networking, Virtual Route forwards, and bespoke access point names. The tender falls under the industry category of networking, internet, and intranet software development services and encompasses locations in Wales, England, and Bristol (postcode BS32 4QL). This procurement has moved to the "Award" stage with a total contract value of £383,909. The contract period will start on 20th September 2024 and end on 19th September 2029, following a selective procurement method via a call-off from a framework agreement.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in telecommunications and networking services. Given that the supplier, Vodafone Limited, is a large-scale company, smaller firms might find subcontracting options or other collaborative opportunities beneficial. Companies with expertise in developing and managing advanced networking architectures are well-suited to compete in similar future tenders, especially those proficient in delivering bespoke connectivity solutions across multiple regions.

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Notice Title

DHSC: ARP: Vodafone APN Connections

Notice Description

Contract to provide IPVPN fixed networking, Virtual Route forwards and bespoke access point names

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d6699d4f-6af8-439c-a167-305705f27284
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d6af2dbe-167c-4b39-acd2-5c1c82ea628b
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72212200 - Networking, Internet and intranet software development services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£383,909 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£383,909 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Aug 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
21 Jun 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Aug 20241 years ago
Contract Period
19 Sep 2024 - 19 Sep 2029 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
AMBULANCE RADIO PROGRAMME
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS32 4QL
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
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

Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Bradley Stoke North
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

VODAFONE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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