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Mobile Voice and Data Services

SHEFFIELD HALLAM UNIVERSITY

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04 Feb 2025 at 15:58

Summary of the contracting process

Sheffield Hallam University has completed a procurement process for "Mobile Voice and Data Services" aimed at enhancing staff communication under the university's new mobile phone policy. This procurement, classified under the industry category "goods" and specifically "Hands-free mobile telephones" (CPV: 32252100), was conducted using a limited procurement method, opting for a direct award without prior publication. The contract was awarded to Vodafone Limited and signed on 20th January 2025, with a total value of £51,235.20. Located in the UKE32 region, specifically Sheffield, this project supports improved service productivity and communication among the university staff.

This tender creates significant opportunities for businesses specialising in mobile voice and data services, particularly those capable of providing seamless and reliable communication solutions. Suppliers with expertise in hands-free mobile telephones and SIM cards would find this tender particularly relevant. The university's reliance on continuity and operational reliability underscores the importance of partnering with established providers like Vodafone Limited. Companies with a strong presence in the telecommunications sector should consider such opportunities to expand their business and establish long-term collaborations with educational institutions.

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Notice Title

Mobile Voice and Data Services

Notice Description

Sheffield Hallam University was seeking a supplier to provide Mobile Voice and Data Services under the university's new mobile phone policy for the staff.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Sheffield Hallam University has procured Mobile Voice and Data Services under the university's new mobile phone policy to replace existing devices that will not be replaced once they are out of support. This will help communication among staff to enhance service productivity and service provision for students.

Options: The contract is mainly for 2 years and which can be extended for another two years under the conditions of the framework.

Procurement Information

This contract was awarded for mobile voice and data services to Vodafone Ltd through a direct award under the CCS Framework RM6261 Lot 01 which allows direct award. By retaining Vodafone the current supplier, disruptions are avoided, ensuring continuity of service and operational reliability.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04db90
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003698-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

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


CPV Codes

31712112 - SIM cards

32252100 - Hands-free mobile telephones

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£51,235 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Jan 20251 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
SHEFFIELD HALLAM UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Procurement Team
Contact Email
strategicprocurement@shu.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1142253431

Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S1 1WB
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE32 Sheffield
Delivery Location
TLE32 Sheffield

Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

VODAFONE

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