Planning

Mobile Voice and Data Services

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT

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Planning

30 May 2022 at 14:33

Summary of the contracting process

Scottish Procurement is currently in the planning stage for a tender titled "Mobile Voice and Data Services," aimed at establishing a collaborative framework agreement for Scottish public sector bodies. The procurement process will ultimately replace the existing single supplier framework, which is set to expire on 16 March 2023. Interested suppliers and industry bodies are encouraged to contribute their feedback through a Request for Information (RfI) by midday on 15 June 2022. This procurement falls under the services category, with an estimated value of £30 million.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the telecommunications sector, particularly those offering mobile voice and data services, devices, and related technologies. Companies specialising in areas such as mobile Internet of Things services, telecommunications equipment, and managed services would be well-positioned to compete for this contract. By participating in the collaborative procurement process, businesses can engage with the Scottish Government and potentially secure contracts that will enable growth within the public sector.

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Notice Title

Mobile Voice and Data Services

Notice Description

Scottish Procurement is considering the establishment of a collaborative framework agreement for Mobile Voice and Data Services for Scottish public sector bodies. The current single supplier Framework is due to expire on 16 March 2023.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Scottish Procurement is considering establishing a collaborative arrangement for the provision of Mobile Voice and Data Services which will be available to Scottish public sector bodies. Consideration is being given to replacing the current framework for a period up to 4 years. The scope of this collaborative arrangement is still being developed but is likely to include voice and SMS, a range of data services including 5G and shared/aggregated data, devices and accessories, international tariffs, managed/professional services, lone/remote worker services, mobile Internet of Things services, business mobility apps, device insurance and disposal etc, although this may be subject to change as the strategy develops.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0341a0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015098-2022
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
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

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

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

64 - Postal and telecommunications services


CPV Codes

31712112 - SIM cards

32250000 - Mobile telephones

32429000 - Telephone network equipment

32510000 - Wireless telecommunications system

32520000 - Telecommunications cable and equipment

64212000 - Mobile-telephone services

64216110 - Electronic data exchange services

64227000 - Integrated telecommunications services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£30,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 May 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
13 Sep 2022Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT
Contact Name
David Box
Contact Email
david.box@gov.scot
Contact Phone
+44 7919014604

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G2 8EA
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

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