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30 Jun 2026 at 09:48

Tender

05 Jun 2026 at 10:20

Summary of the contracting process

The NPTC Group of Colleges is currently in the tendering stage for a Unified Communications project aimed at enhancing communications within the institution. Located in Neath, United Kingdom, the college seeks to leverage Microsoft Teams for improved telephony services. The procurement falls within the services industry category, covering installation and maintenance of communications equipment, with a primary focus on desktop communication software development. This procurement process follows an open method with a competitive flexible procedure, and the key deadline for tender submissions is 1st July 2026, with the award period anticipated to conclude by 13th May 2027.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for companies specialising in communications system installation and maintenance, especially those experienced with Microsoft Teams. It is well-suited for SMEs and VCSEs, as these types of businesses can leverage their flexibility and innovative capabilities to meet the project's demands. With a gross contract value of £503,998.80, this procurement aligns with above-threshold service opportunities, making it an attractive proposition for businesses looking to expand into educational sector services. Additionally, the contract includes potential renewals, offering longer-term engagement prospects for successful bidders.

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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/061095-2026
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
30 Jun 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
1 Jul 2026Expired
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
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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

Further Information

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