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title: "NPS Talk & Text"
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buyer: "MINISTRY OF JUSTICE"
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# NPS Talk & Text

Buyer: MINISTRY OF JUSTICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-27a46aff-f658-4a5c-b268-c99905a908d1

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "NPS Talk & Text" was initiated by the Ministry of Justice, focusing on mobile telephones within the services industry. This contract aims to facilitate communication for service users with probation officers, particularly during the pandemic. The procurement method employed was selective, utilising a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract value is set at £133,620, with the tender period concluded on 16 June 2020. The contract commenced on 8 July 2020 and will run until 7 July 2021. The location for delivery encompasses various areas including the United Kingdom and British Overseas Territories.

This tender represents a strategic opportunity for businesses, especially those small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can provide mobile communication solutions tailored for governmental services. Companies with expertise in delivering secure communications systems and related technical support would be particularly well-suited to compete for such contracts. Engaging in projects like this can significantly bolster a business’s portfolio and expand its reach within the public sector.

## Notice

To enable service users the ability to contact probation officers during the pandemic. These Connections are lock down and are only able to make calls and text to approved numbers. All premium numbers are blocked and can not be used.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9f2dbad8-94f5-4da2-9015-571d09281cef |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Feb 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Jun 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Jun 2020 |
| Contract period | 7 Jul 2020 - 7 Jul 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £133,620 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £133,620 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MINISTRY OF JUSTICE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | East London |
| Postcode | E14 4PU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI42 Tower Hamlets |
| Local authority | Tower Hamlets |
| Electoral ward | Canary Wharf |
| Westminster constituency | Poplar and Limehouse |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | VODAFONE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 32250000 - Mobile telephones

## Release History

- 28 Feb 2022 at 15:17 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9f2dbad8-94f5-4da2-9015-571d09281cef

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9f2dbad8-94f5-4da2-9015-571d09281cef
  28th February 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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