--- title: "Remote backup services for schools" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-0e9ea159-72b8-4210-9e1e-d08dd76e59d3" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-0e9ea159-72b8-4210-9e1e-d08dd76e59d3" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-0e9ea159-72b8-4210-9e1e-d08dd76e59d3.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-0e9ea159-72b8-4210-9e1e-d08dd76e59d3.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL" published: "2022-07-25" --- # Remote backup services for schools Buyer: NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0e9ea159-72b8-4210-9e1e-d08dd76e59d3 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-0e9ea159-72b8-4210-9e1e-d08dd76e59d3) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-0e9ea159-72b8-4210-9e1e-d08dd76e59d3.json) ## Summary The Norfolk County Council is currently at the planning stage for a tender titled "Remote backup services for schools," aimed at providing backup solutions to approximately 150 schools across Norfolk and Suffolk. The planned contract, with a total value of £150,000, will enable the acquisition of a remote backup service supporting an initial 20TB of data, expandable to 40TB or more throughout the contract term, which will run from 2023 until 2026. The tender period will conclude on 6th September 2022, and interested parties should register on the council's procurement system to participate and express their interest. This procurement presents an excellent opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specializing in ICT services, particularly those proficient in computer backup solutions. Companies that can offer scalable and adaptable IT services would thrive in this contracting process, especially those with experience in supporting educational institutions. This aligns well with the growing demand for reliable IT solutions in the education sector, providing a strong potential for business growth in response to this tender. ## Notice ICT for Schools assist around 150 schools across Norfolk and Suffolk to manage their ICT requirements. ICT Solutions require a remote backup solution for 115 sites. We currently use 20TB of data and are looking to increase this to a minimum of 40TB, with the ability to increase during the term of the contract, as necessary. 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. The contract is being let on a 3+1 years basis. Additional information: This procurement will be managed electronically via the Council's procurement system. To participate in this procurement, Applicants must first be registered on the procurement system at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Norfolkcc. Full instructions for registration and use of the system can be found at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/norfolkcc/aspx/BuyerProfiles. Once registered you will be able to view the procurement under the tenders section and express an interest. If you encounter any difficulties whilst using the system you can contact the support team by phoning +44 1144070065 or e-mailing support@in-tend.co.uk ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6c6e5cc2-01a7-488e-96e9-a3209575a4bc | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning, Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 25 Jul 2022 | | Submission deadline | 6 Sep 2022 | | Future notice date | 25 Jul 2022 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Feb 2023 - 31 Jan 2026 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £150,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL | | Locality | NORWICH | | Post town | Norwich | | Postcode | NR1 2DH | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLH East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLH5 Norfolk | | ITL 3 | TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk | | Local authority | Norwich | | Electoral ward | Lakenham | | Westminster constituency | Norwich South | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ### Codes - 72910000 - Computer back-up services ## Release History - 25 Jul 2022 at 08:55 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6c6e5cc2-01a7-488e-96e9-a3209575a4bc - 23 Jun 2022 at 08:07 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8a92f4f4-9bd2-40da-97ca-757071a1a982 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6c6e5cc2-01a7-488e-96e9-a3209575a4bc 25th July 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8a92f4f4-9bd2-40da-97ca-757071a1a982 23rd June 2022 - Future opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Norfolkcc - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/norfolkcc/aspx/BuyerProfiles - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/norfolkcc/aspx/Home ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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