Award

The Department for Business and Trade - Provision of BT Connectivity Services

DEPARTMENT FOR INTERNATIONAL TRADE

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08 Nov 2024 at 15:19

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Business and Trade has completed a procurement process for the provision of BT Connectivity Services, which falls under the telecommunications equipment and supplies category. The contract, valued at £28,260, was awarded to British Telecommunication Plc. The tender process involved a direct procurement method through a single tender action below the threshold. The procurement covered various locations including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Europe and the rest of the world. The contract started on 4th November 2024 and will run until 3rd November 2029.

This tender creates significant opportunities for growth, particularly for businesses in the telecommunications industry that can provide connectivity solutions. While the contract is not specifically suited for SMEs or VCSEs, larger organisations with a specialty in telecommunications and a robust international presence are well-suited to compete. The awarded contract to British Telecommunication Plc. indicates the need for reliable and extensive connectivity services, making it an ideal opportunity for established firms in this sector to leverage their expertise and expand their service offerings internationally.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

The Department for Business and Trade - Provision of BT Connectivity Services

Notice Description

Provision of BT Connectivity Services.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d6c34dd6-eaa0-4134-acfd-b6acb28cddf2
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7fb979e5-9cdf-4bff-8160-2a3013628e0a
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

32500000 - Telecommunications equipment and supplies

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£28,260 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£28,260 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Nov 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
1 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Nov 20241 years ago
Contract Period
4 Nov 2024 - 3 Nov 2029 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
DEPARTMENT FOR INTERNATIONAL TRADE
Contact Name
Department for Business and Trade
Contact Email
commercialddat@businessandtrade.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2DY
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BRITISH TELECOMMUNICATION

Further Information

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