Tender

NPTC - Unified Communications

NPTC GROUP OF COLLEGES

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05 Jun 2026 at 10:20

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by NPTC Group of Colleges, is aimed at acquiring unified communications services for their campus in Neath, United Kingdom. The tender, titled "NPTC - Unified Communications," falls under the services category and involves the installation and maintenance of communications equipment, alongside desktop communications software development. The process is currently in the tender stage and follows an open procurement method via a competitive flexible procedure. Key dates include the submission deadline for tenders on 30th June 2026, with the enquiry period ending on 19th June 2026. The project is significant, with a gross contract value of £503,998.80 and extends until May 2030, with possible renewals up to 2032.

This tender offers substantial business growth opportunities for companies specialising in communication systems and services, particularly those with capabilities in implementing and managing Microsoft Teams telephony systems. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to apply, broadening the competitive landscape. Businesses with expertise in AI and advanced analytics, although currently exploratory, may find potential for future collaboration as these elements are assessed. Participating in this tender could enhance a company's profile in the education sector and support long-term innovation and service delivery in communications technology.

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Notice Title

NPTC - Unified Communications

Notice Description

At Neath Port Talbot College (T/A NPTC Group of Colleges) communication is key to how we-engage with our students, staff and businesses. Whilst the telephone system has vastly reduced in recent years, with other forms of communication being more prevalent, a telephone still has its place in many areas including during enrolment and daily College operations Currently the College has one Microsoft Team telephony system with one Contact Centre system that integrates with a Customer Relations Management solution. The College is seeking ways in which to leverage the full potential of Microsoft Teams telephony system whilst ensuring that calls are directed to the appropriate team to deliver the best experience for our students, staff and businesses. AI and advanced analytics are exploratory at this stage and will be assessed for future potential rather than assumed as in-scope deliverables. The NPTC are seeking to publish a competitive tender for a Unified Communications.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Extensions allowed: Yes (2 x 12 months)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06ae79
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053227-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

51 - Installation services (except software)

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


CPV Codes

50334400 - Communications system maintenance services

51300000 - Installation services of communications equipment

72212511 - Desktop communications software development services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£419,999 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£419,999 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jun 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
12 May 2027 - 12 May 2030 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NPTC GROUP OF COLLEGES
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NEATH
Postcode
SA10 7RF
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)
TLL44 Neath Port Talbot
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Neath Port Talbot
Electoral Ward
Bryn-coch South
Westminster Constituency
Neath and Swansea East

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