Tender

Network Strategic Partner for Wide Area Network delivery and support

WIRRAL BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

29 Oct 2019 at 13:48

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves Wirral Borough Council as the buying organisation, which is seeking a strategic partner for the "Network Strategic Partner for Wide Area Network delivery and support." This contract falls under the IT services category and will be located in the North West of England. The procurement is currently at the tender stage, with submissions due by 27th November 2019. The contract is set to commence on 20th January 2020 and will extend for a duration of five years, with the possibility of a one-year extension thereafter. The total value of the contract is £4,220,000 and will be awarded through an open procurement method.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in telecommunications and IT services, particularly those experienced in network design, implementation, and ongoing support. Companies that can provide solutions for voice over internet protocol (VOIP) and possess the capacity to manage extensive data networks will be well-suited to compete for this contract. With a substantial commitment from the council to enhance their telecoms infrastructure, this represents a fruitful avenue for growth for firms looking to engage in long-term public sector partnerships.

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Notice Title

Network Strategic Partner for Wide Area Network delivery and support

Notice Description

A single strategic supplier to assist in the design, supply, delivery, implementation and ongoing support / maintenance of the council's telecoms and data network ( wide area network) as well as the replacement of the existing wide area infrastructure. The scope includes the provision of SIP for VOIP and may during the course of the contract also include wider telephony requirements. Contract is for 5 years with the option of a 1+1 extension at the end of year 5. Additional information: The contract is for 5 years starting on 20th January 2020 with the option of a 1+1 extension at the end of year 5.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/16d8742c-ca28-4a7a-819e-02d4ee1c1a7a
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,220,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Oct 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
27 Nov 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
20 Jan 2020 - 19 Jan 2027 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WIRRAL BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
tenders@wirral.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1516062000

Buyer Location

Locality
BIRKENHEAD
Postcode
CH41 5AL
Post Town
Chester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD74 Wirral
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)

Local Authority
Wirral
Electoral Ward
Birkenhead and Tranmere
Westminster Constituency
Birkenhead

Further Information

Notice Documents

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