This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

24 Dec 2021 at 11:41

Tender

22 Jul 2021 at 16:16

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is led by Kent County Council (operating as KCS), focusing on the "Managed Services - Y20023" contract within the IT services industry, specifically involving consulting, software development, and support. The procurement stage is currently active, with an open method of procurement. The deadline for bid submissions was 27th August 2021, and the contract includes a substantial value of £500 million. This framework agreement allows multiple public sector bodies in the UK to participate, enhancing the scope for suppliers in various regions.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services and operational management, particularly those capable of providing innovative and cost-effective solutions. Companies offering expertise in areas such as digital communications, cloud services, and data management will find this a suitable platform to expand their client base. Both large enterprises and small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) can compete effectively, provided they align their services with the comprehensive requirements outlined in the contract.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Managed Services - Y20023

Notice Description

ramework Agreement for Managed Services 'Managed Service' is the practice of outsourcing day-to-day management responsibilities and functions as a strategic method for transforming and improving business processes, through efficiencies, effectiveness and cutting operating costs. A service may include, but not be limited to the list of potential requirements listed below. Suppliers to this framework will need the ability to offer and provide directly or indirectly via Sub-Contractors the full range listed below. Individual opportunities will need to be tailored to meet the Customer's requirement to improve efficiency, provide an agile and reliable solution that will transform and meet their business objectives.

Lot Information

Lot 1

'Managed Service' is the practice of outsourcing day-to-day management responsibilities and functions as a strategic method for transforming and improving business processes, through efficiencies, effectiveness and cutting operating costs. A service may include, but not be limited to the list of potential requirements listed below. Suppliers to this framework will need the ability to offer and provide directly or indirectly via Sub-Contractors the full range listed below. Individual opportunities will need to be tailored to meet the Customer's requirement to improve efficiency, provide an agile and reliable solution that will transform and meet their business objectives. List of Potential Requirements Indicative requirements include, but are not limited to, the following: Reprographic and Mail Services * Offsite Print and Document Services * Bulk Scanning * Wide Format * Downstream Access (clean mail, sort mail) Page 5 to 20 * Hybrid Mail Services * Secure Mail * High Volume Quick Turn Print Services * Specialist Print (Litho (traditional print process), Brochures, Embossing) * Finishing - Square Back, Perfect Bind, Case Bind, Laminating, Dry Mounting, Encapsulating Print Management * Print Consultancy/Audit * Production and Project Management Service * Software * Hardware (full range including, wide format and 3D printers) * Scanning Audio Visual Solutions Management * Interactive Products and Solutions * Optimised Visitor Management Systems * Digital Signage CCM (Component Content Management) Systems and Marketing Services - (bills, policies, statements, renewals) * Sourcing, Production and Delivery of Printed and Digital Communications * Print management - Corporate Brochures, POS, Large Format Outdoor Posters * On Site Marketing and Creative Services * Print Buying Services * Promotional Merchandise * Permanent POS (Exhibitions, Events etc.) Page 6 to 20 Automated Financial Processing Services * Credit/Debit Card Processing * Payment Systems * Mobile Applications * POS Systems * Income Payroll Management Purchase to pay automation * Outsourced Scan and Capture for Paper Invoices * Supplier Electronic Invoicing Enablement Services * Interoperability with Supplier Networks * Easy Plug-in Integration with Existing ERP systems * Implementation Services to include: o Project Management o Process Design o Software Configuration o System Testing o Change Management Human Resources and Payroll * Digital Interviewing Solutions * Income/Payroll Management Communication Systems * Voice and Data Communication Systems Page 7 to 20 * Call Handling System * Radio Systems * IP Telephone Systems * VoIP Telephone Systems * Call Packages * Connectivity * Numbering * Records Management * File Sharing Services * Analytics and Forecasting * Network Audio Systems Artificial Intelligence * Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality, Intelligent Video Mobile Technologies * Mobile Payment and Top Up * Mobile Security * Device Management * Hardware * Software Cloud Storage Management and Solutions * Public, Private or Hybrid solutions IP Networking Services Page 8 to 20 * To provide end to end internet and local connectivity specifying how data is addressed, transmitted, routed and received at the destination. * Firewall * Anti-Virus * E Safety Solution * Broadband Connectivity and Hosting * IoT (Internet of Things)Platforms ICT Systems Management * Support and Maintenance * Authentication * On-site Support * Remote Support * IT Helpdesk * Annual Health Check * Pre Ofsted Check * Routine Maintenance * MIS Support * Training * ICT Strategy and Planning * Connectivity * Safeguarding and Security * Strategy and Planning * ICT infrastructure Page 9 to 20 * Hardware * Software * Schools Management Services * Data back-up and recovery Server Hosting * UK Based Support * Data Storage and Back Up * Dedicated Account Manager IT Server Management * Server Security * Server Support * Technical Support * Network Solutions and Maintenance Support Services * Security * CCTV * Camera Systems and Solutions * Network Video Managed Solutions * Video Analytics * Wearable Cameras * Software * HR Solutions Page 10 to 20 * Biometrics Telecommunications Supplies and Services Facilities * Access Control Solutions * Digital Archiving and Storage * Office Transformation * Space Planning * Document Disposal * Furniture * Video Conferencing * Digital Signage * Smart Lockers Additional information: To gain access and complete the necessary documents please follow the instruction below Visit - WWW.Kentbusinessportal.org.uk Select - Opportunities Select Organisation - Commercial Services Select the opportunity appropriate to you from the list provided Express interest - you may need to register first Once successful expression is completed you can access and complete the requirements in two ways 1 - when you register you will receive a successful registration email, this also contains an link taking you direct to the opportunity 2 - when you log in to proactis go to my activities, select commercial services and you will be presented with the opportunity. Following the instruction from herein As evidence of KCS/KCC's commitment to open, competitive tendering, Cantium Business Solutions (a wholly owned subsidiary of KCC), will compete for a position on the Framework Agreement. It should be noted that KCS Professional Services are independent and operate separately from Cantium Business Solutions and will follow protocols as detailed in this ITT for evaluating and scoring submitted Tenders. It will be the responsibility of Customers to follow the Public Contract Regulations (PCRs) when conducting Direct Awards or Further Competitions.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02cb5b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032315-2021
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

48 - Software package and information systems

64 - Postal and telecommunications services

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

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

30000000 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

48000000 - Software package and information systems

64000000 - Postal and telecommunications services

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

79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£500,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Dec 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
27 Aug 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Dec 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
Kent County Council (T/a KCS)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WEST MALLING
Postcode
ME19 4YT
Postcode Area
Rochester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ46 West Kent
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Tonbridge and Malling
Electoral Ward
Kings Hill
Westminster Constituency
Maidstone and Malling

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
14
Supplier Names

Boxxe Limited

Cancom Managed Services Ltd

Cantium Business Solutions

Capita Business Services Ltd

Dataspire Solutions Ltd

European Electronique

Insight Direct

Konica Minolta Business Solutions UK Ltd

ROCK

Ricoh UK Ltd

Sphecia Business Solutions

Sweethaven Ltd

The DMS Digital Group

Trustmarque Solutions Ltd

Further Information

Notice URLs

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