Award

Mobile Voice and Data Communications Service

NORTHERN GAS NETWORKS LIMITED

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

17 Aug 2021 at 14:26

Tender

15 Jan 2021 at 11:21

Summary of the contracting process

The recent procurement process initiated by Northern Gas Networks Limited involves the acquisition of a Mobile Voice and Data Communications Service. This contract, classified under the CPV code for mobile-telephone services, is essential for ensuring reliable connectivity for employees working in challenging network coverage areas across the region of Leeds, UK. The procurement is currently in the tender stage and is being conducted through a selective method, specifically a negotiated procedure with a prior call for competition. Interested suppliers needed to submit their proposals by 5th February 2021.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the telecommunications sector, particularly those specialising in mobile services and infrastructure. Providers capable of delivering robust mobile connectivity solutions, including emergency response services, international roaming, and advanced customer support, will be well-positioned to compete for this contract. With a contract value exceeding £785,000 and provisions for extended service terms, potential suppliers should capitalise on this chance to enhance their market presence and grow their business client base in the sector.

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Notice Title

Mobile Voice and Data Communications Service

Notice Description

The purpose of this contract is to secure a highly available mobile phone contract to include text messaging, voice (including Wi-Fi calling) and 3G/4G/(5G) data connectivity for Northern Gas Networks employees.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The scope of the service provision includes and not limited to the following: *The supplier must ensure they maximise connectivity in the field and at home including such options as roaming SIMs, Wi-Fi calling and home signal boosters, for NGN to respond to emergency call outs whilst working in a vast region that has challenges on network coverage *International roaming covering both voice and data *NGN requires as a minimum 2TB worth of data across the business, scaling up to 3TB across the contract term. The supplier must provide a minimum network availability of 98.5% for 3G and 4G. *NGN requires a support plan including 24/7 helpdesk availability, a dedicated account manager & a dedicated Service Delivery Manager who can deliver monthly service review meetings and report on SLA network performance, customer call performance and usage.

Renewal: 4x1 year extension provisions

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-028aa0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020108-2021
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Negotiated procedure with prior call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

64 - Postal and telecommunications services


CPV Codes

64212000 - Mobile-telephone services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£785,406 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Aug 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Feb 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Aug 20214 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTHERN GAS NETWORKS LIMITED
Contact Name
Maija Narimanidze
Contact Email
mnarimanidze@northerngas.co.uk
Contact Phone
+44 7814042782

Buyer Location

Locality
LEEDS
Postcode
LS15 8TU
Post Town
Leeds
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE42 Leeds
Delivery Location
TLE42 Leeds

Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Garforth & Swillington
Westminster Constituency
Leeds East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TELEFÓNICA

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