Planning

Wakefield Council Contact Centre Telephony Solution

THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WAKEFIELD

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PlanningUpdate

14 May 2025 at 16:28

Planning

02 May 2025 at 10:32

Summary of the contracting process

The Council of the City of Wakefield is currently in the planning stage for a public procurement process titled "Wakefield Council Contact Centre Telephony Solution." The aim is to enhance customer service by integrating a new telephony solution with Microsoft Teams, which will streamline operations and support the community's needs. This procurement, classified under services, includes telecommunications equipment and software, with opportunities for delivery in multiple regions across the United Kingdom. The significant date to note is the market engagement deadline, which is set for 23rd May 2025 at 12:00. The procurement process is managed under UK legal framework and has been amended to extend the market engagement deadline.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in telecommunications and software development to partner with Wakefield Council in transforming their contact centre operations. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) particularly stand to benefit, as the procurement process highlights their suitability. Companies equipped with expertise in telecommunications installation services and customer relationship management software are especially well-suited to this project. Engaging with this tender not only provides a platform for business growth but also allows firms to contribute towards technological advancements in public services.

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Notice Title

Wakefield Council Contact Centre Telephony Solution

Notice Description

Wakefield Council aims to enhance customer service through a new Contact Centre Solution integrated with Microsoft Teams Telephony. This will improve communication, streamline operations, and support our community's diverse needs, adapting to future growth and customer expectations.

Planning Information

A Market Engagement questionnaire is available to view and complete on the Mercell YORtender site https://yortender.eu-supply.com/, reference number: 98932 . The Market Engagement will close on 23/05/2025 at 12:00

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-050c15
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021486-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

48 - Software package and information systems

51 - Installation services (except software)


CPV Codes

32500000 - Telecommunications equipment and supplies

48333000 - Contact management software package

51340000 - Installation services of line telephony equipment

51350000 - Installation services of line telegraphy equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
23 May 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
4 Apr 2026 - 4 Apr 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WAKEFIELD
Contact Name
Adam Blenkinsop
Contact Email
adamblenkinsop@wakefield.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
WAKEFIELD
Postcode
WF1 2HQ
Post Town
Wakefield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE45 Wakefield
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Wakefield
Electoral Ward
Wakefield North
Westminster Constituency
Wakefield and Rothwell

Further Information

Notice Documents

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