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Network Access Services (NAS) Circuit Bandwidth

Department for Work & Pensions

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Work & Pensions (DWP) has engaged in a comprehensive public procurement process for the provision of Network Access Services (NAS) Circuit Bandwidth, affecting regions across the United Kingdom. This contract, initially established on 26th March 2021, is part of a framework agreement to deliver wide area network services, covering private MPLS network access and internet circuits. Notably, the procurement process has reached the contract update stage, with BT plc awarded a modification to the existing contract on 5th August 2021, reflecting increased demand and the need for an expanded network capacity. This modification ensures enhanced bandwidth across DWP's digital hubs and additional sites, sustaining service continuation through to 25th March 2026, with an overall contract value adjusted to £40,601,021.97.

This contract offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in telecommunications and network services, particularly those with experience in delivering scalable, high-capacity bandwidth solutions. Companies equipped to handle infrastructure upgrades and increased consumption demands are well-suited to compete in such tenders, ideally those with a capability to operate under large-scale frameworks due to the extensive geographical reach and scope of work involved. The modification highlights the necessity for suppliers to be adaptable and responsive to evolving requirements, thus presenting a significant growth avenue for businesses aiming to establish or expand their footprint within government contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Network Access Services (NAS) Circuit Bandwidth

Notice Description

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Network Access Service will deliver WAN Services, including both private (MPLS) network access services, where required, and internet access circuits.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02d43d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/077249-2025
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

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

CPV Codes

32400000 - Networks

72720000 - Wide area network services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£69,744,523 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Nov 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Mar 20215 years ago
Contract Period
26 Mar 2021 - 25 Mar 2026 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Department for Work & Pensions
Additional Buyers

Department for Work and Pensions

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BLACKPOOL
Postcode
SW1H 9NA
Postcode Area
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
2
Supplier Names

BT Telecommunications PLC

BT plc

Further Information

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