PKC11952 WAN Connectivity and associated services

PERTH & KINROSS COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

Perth & Kinross Council has recently concluded a procurement process for the project titled "PKC11952 WAN Connectivity and associated services," focused on services within the General public services industry category. The procurement aimed to secure Wide Area Network (WAN) services and associated functions for the Perth & Kinross area. Employing a selective procurement method, specifically the Restricted Procedure, this tender process resulted in an active contract awarded to British Telecommunications plc with a total estimated value of £1,975,000. The contract was signed on 4th June 2026 and is covered under the Scottish Wide Area Network (SWAN) Framework Agreement, which includes options for service extensions potentially lasting until 31 March 2035.

This tender represents a growth opportunity for businesses specialising in telecommunications and network services, particularly those capable of engaging in large-scale public service projects. Despite BT's successful bid, the procurement process highlights potential for other businesses to prepare for future opportunities by building capabilities in comprehensive service delivery and leveraging community benefits commitments, a key aspect of such public service frameworks. The selective nature of the procurement and its alignment with national frameworks underscore the importance for businesses to maintain strong qualifications and partnerships with established local authorities to maximise their chances of success in similar endeavours.

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Notice Title

PKC11952 WAN Connectivity and associated services

Notice Description

Provision of Wide Area Network (WAN) and associated services.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Procurement of a Wide Area Network (WAN) and associated services through the Scottish Wide Area Network (SWAN) Framework Agreement.

Options: The Council reserves the right to order additional services during the term of the contract including the optional extension periods.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000835091
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN558334
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted 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

72720000 - Wide area network services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£1,975,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Jun 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
PERTH & KINROSS COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PERTH
Postcode
PH1 5PH
Post Town
Perth
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM02 Perth and Kinross, and Stirling
Delivery Location
TLM77 Perth and Kinross, and Stirling

Local Authority
Perth and Kinross
Electoral Ward
Perth City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Perth and Kinross-shire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BRITISH TELECOMMUNICATIONS

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