Tender

Contract For The Supply & Delivery Of Mobile Phone Handsets

CITY & COUNTY OF SWANSEA

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Tender

24 Nov 2025 at 14:11

Summary of the contracting process

The City & County of Swansea has issued an open tender for the "Contract For The Supply & Delivery Of Mobile Phone Handsets," under procurement ID CCS/25/235. This public procurement process falls under the goods category, specifically for mobile telephony. The buyer is a sub-central government public authority in Swansea, UK, and requires the supply and delivery of 500 mobile phones with specific features, including 128GB memory and Samsung A17 5G model specifications. The procurement stage is currently in the tender phase, with key dates including a deadline for quotation submissions by 1st December 2025 and an expected delivery by 15th December 2025. The process is being conducted following Welsh devolved regulations through an open competition method.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in mobile technology supply, particularly companies experienced in handling bulk orders and fulfilling specific technical criteria. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, especially those capable of quick turnaround times and compliance with detailed product specifications. The procurement's focus on cost-effectiveness, evaluated solely on the lowest total price, may appeal to businesses looking to enhance their presence in the public sector market through competitive pricing strategies. The opportunity not only boosts business growth potential but also establishes connections with public sector entities in the UK region.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Contract For The Supply & Delivery Of Mobile Phone Handsets

Notice Description

Supply & Delivery of 500 no. Mobile Phone Handsets, * 128GB of memory & include the charging wire in the box. Quotations must be received by 1st December 2025 with a view to deliver securely by 15th December 2025.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e77b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/076505-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

32250000 - Mobile telephones

32552110 - Cordless telephones

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1
Lots Value
£1
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Nov 20251 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
1 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
12 Dec 2025 - 15 Dec 2025 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CITY & COUNTY OF SWANSEA
Contact Name
Lisa Evans
Contact Email
lisa.evans5@swansea.gov.uk
Contact Phone
079660230649

Buyer Location

Locality
SWANSEA
Postcode
SA1 3SN
Post Town
Swansea
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL4 Mid and South West Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL43 Swansea
Delivery Location
TLL18 Swansea

Local Authority
Swansea
Electoral Ward
Waterfront
Westminster Constituency
Swansea West

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