Award

Cloud Backup Services for Schools

NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

20 Nov 2025 at 16:22

Tender

01 Oct 2025 at 11:17

Summary of the contracting process

Norfolk County Council has conducted a procurement process for the provision of cloud backup services for schools, awarding the contract to Rydal Communications Limited. This contract, titled "Cloud Backup Services for Schools," falls under the industry category of computer backup services and involves the strategic location of Norfolk, United Kingdom. The open procedure procurement process was officially completed on 20 November 2025, following an award stage. The contract, which holds a gross value of £39,556.80, is set to commence on 1 February 2026 and run through 31 January 2029, with potential extension up to 31 January 2031. A notable aspect of this project is its involvement in the possible future political restructuring in Norfolk, allowing for the contract assignment to successor authorities if applicable.

This procurement presents promising business expansion opportunities, particularly for providers of flexible cloud and on-premise storage solutions. Companies capable of delivering efficient, scalable backup services to educational institutions are well-positioned to capitalise on this market. The project highlights the growing movement towards cloud storage, necessitating solutions that offer flexibility between traditional and emerging technologies, such as Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace. Businesses experienced in servicing government contracts, especially in the IT services domain, will find this procurement particularly aligned with their capabilities and growth strategies.

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Notice Title

Cloud Backup Services for Schools

Notice Description

Norfolk County Council has appointed a supplier to provide cloud backup solution for 115 sites. This service will be provided to establishments with an ICT Solutions support contract or in some cases non-contract customers who wish to purchase a backup solution from ourselves. Please note Please note that both Norfolk County Council and Suffolk County Council have approved a devolution deal which is expected to lead to the establishment of a Mayoral Combined County Authority with strategic powers, headed by an elected mayor. Subject to the government laying a Statutory Instrument and to its approval by Parliament to formally establish the new combined authority, the first Mayoral election is expected to be in May 2026. Government has also invited participation by Norfolk in Local Government Review. This process has the potential to lead to unitary local government in Norfolk. The contract may be assigned or novated to any successor authority(ies) to Norfolk County Council or to any joint body incorporating or formed by any such successor. The County Council or a successor authority or joint body may order services on behalf of other local authorities serving any area within Norfolk's current geographical boundaries.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The Contract may be extended by up to 24 months at the Council's discretion.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05a5d7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075817-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72910000 - Computer back-up services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£195,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£195,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£32,964 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
3 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
1 Feb 2026 - 31 Jan 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
sourcingteam@norfolk.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
NORWICH
Postcode
NR1 2DH
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk
Delivery Location
TLH15 Norwich and East Norfolk

Local Authority
Norwich
Electoral Ward
Lakenham
Westminster Constituency
Norwich South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

RYDAL COMMUNICATIONS

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