Planning

CA17310 - WHC - Mobile phone contract including funding for new handsets

WEST HERTS COLLEGE

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Planning

03 Mar 2026 at 16:12

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

West Herts College is planning a procurement process for a mobile phone contract that includes funding for new handsets. The contract falls under the 'Telephone and data transmission services' category, with CPV code 64210000, signalling its relevance to the telecommunications industry. The college, located in Watford, England, is seeking a single provider to deliver services across multiple locations, including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, and beyond. The procurement is currently in the planning stage, with an engagement end date set for 3 June 2026. Business parties interested in accessing the competition can find details via MultiQuote, a supplier management platform. As of 3 March 2026, the market engagement notice was published, thus marking the initiation of this tender process.

This procurement opportunity presents significant business growth potential for telecommunications companies capable of managing extensive mobile contracts. Businesses with expertise in providing comprehensive mobile phone solutions and data transmission services are well-suited to compete. The contract's broad geographical remit offers opportunities for companies with international capabilities, and it may also interest firms that provide flexible handset funding options. Companies with experience in servicing educational institutions will find this engagement particularly relevant. Engaging in this contract can enhance market visibility and open avenues for future partnerships with public sector bodies like West Herts College.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CA17310 - WHC - Mobile phone contract including funding for new handsets

Notice Description

West Herts College require a single provider for its mobile phone contract. To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA17310. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA17310 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 0151 482 9230.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e72c35f9-22ca-433c-a2e4-78f35e635810
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/96bfc372-bc16-4f50-be80-0110da06a407
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

64 - Postal and telecommunications services

CPV Codes

64210000 - Telephone and data transmission services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
3 Jun 20263 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WEST HERTS COLLEGE
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
WATFORD
Postcode
WD1 3EZ
Post Town
Watford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH27 South West Hertfordshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Watford
Electoral Ward
Park
Westminster Constituency
Watford

Further Information

Notice Documents

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