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title: "Suffolk Pan Public Sector Wide Area Network"
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# Suffolk Pan Public Sector Wide Area Network

Buyer: SUFFOLK SOURCING  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2ed20b0b-2baf-4a2e-b2db-4d1940d87165

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## Summary

Suffolk Sourcing, representing Suffolk County Council, is currently conducting a selective tender for the "Suffolk Pan Public Sector Wide Area Network." This initiative, falling under the services category with a focus on networks, aims to establish a cloud platform that meets the communication needs of public sector bodies in Suffolk and nearby areas. The tender was published on 6th February 2018 and has a closing date for proposals set for 7th March 2018. The contract itself will commence on 1st January 2019 and is scheduled to last until 31st December 2023.

This procurement offers significant growth opportunities, particularly for businesses specialising in cloud computing and telecommunications services. Companies with experience in implementing and supporting similar network solutions will be well-positioned to compete. Given the competitive dialogue procurement method, interested parties are encouraged to demonstrate their capabilities and past performance to secure a partnership with Suffolk County Council in fulfilling the communications requirements of the public sector.

## Notice

Suffolk County Council (SCC) wishes to appoint a Partner with the relevant experience and a proven track record to implement and support the Suffolk Public Sector Cloud programme. The Suffolk Public Sector Cloud ('The Suffolk Cloud') is a platform to meet the communications requirements of public sector organisations in Suffolk and adjoining areas. Additional information: This opportunity is available in the Current Tenders area of www.suffolksourcing.uk. Interested parties are invited to express their interest in order to gain full access to the tender documentation Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bbcb4400-c219-4cae-b447-729b00d3509c |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Competitive dialogue (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 Feb 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Mar 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2019 - 31 Dec 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| 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 | SUFFOLK SOURCING |
| Locality | SUFFOLK |
| Post town | Ipswich |
| Postcode | IP1 2BX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH6 Suffolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH62 Ipswich |
| Local authority | Ipswich |
| Electoral ward | Gipping |
| Westminster constituency | Ipswich |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 32400000 - Networks

## Release History

- 6 Feb 2018 at 12:32 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bbcb4400-c219-4cae-b447-729b00d3509c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bbcb4400-c219-4cae-b447-729b00d3509c
  6th February 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/suffolksourcing/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

## Notice URLs

- https://www.suffolk.gov.uk/business-jobs-and-careers/tenders-and-supplying-us/

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