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title: "Wi-Fi Refresh - con_26271"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-39a0ea07-bfc3-47da-8bd4-fda9a2f91993"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION"
published: "2024-12-23"
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# Wi-Fi Refresh - con_26271

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-39a0ea07-bfc3-47da-8bd4-fda9a2f91993

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## Summary

The Department for Education (DfE) has concluded a contract for replacing its out-of-support Wi-Fi solution with new Wi-Fi Access Points. The procurement process, tagged as "Wi-Fi Refresh - con_26271," falls under the local area network and internet services categories. The procurement method used was a call-off from the Crown Commercial Service Network Services 3 (RM6116) Framework. Key dates include the tender end date of 11th November 2024 and the contract period from 17th December 2024 to 30th June 2025. The awarded supplier, British Telecommunications Public Limited Company (BT PLC), will perform site surveys and implement the new devices across DfE's offices in various locations, including the British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, the Isle of Man, and the United Kingdom, for a total contract value of £407,236.66.

This tender offers significant business opportunities, especially for companies specialising in local area network and internet services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) focused on IT infrastructure can leverage such contracts to expand their international presence, as the procurement covers regions beyond the UK. By participating in similar calls for competition and framework agreements, businesses can enhance their portfolios and gain access to more government contracts, driving business growth and fostering long-term partnerships with notable public bodies like the Department for Education.

## Notice

Contract to replace DfE's existing Wi-Fi solution, which is out of support, with new Wi-Fi Access Points. The Supplier will complete services in two phases: Phase 1 - conduct Site Surveys at each of DfE's offices which will determine the required configuration and volume of the replacement devices. Phase 2 - implementation of the replacement devices, and disposal of the existing EOL equipment. The Supplier will also provide Early Life Support; covering any faults with replacement Wi-Fi Access Point devices and/or any configuration issues within 3-months following implementation. The Call-Off Contract has been awarded following the outcome of a Further Competition conducted via the Crown Commercial Service Network Services 3 (RM6116) Framework, Lot 2a: Intra Site Connectivity (Local Area Network) / Local Connectivity Services.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f1a6486f-367b-4f0c-87f6-d41593b8be58 |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Dec 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Dec 2024 |
| Contract period | 17 Dec 2024 - 30 Jun 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £407,236 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £407,236 |
| 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 | DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION |
| Locality | SHEFFIELD |
| Post town | Sheffield |
| Postcode | S1 2FJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE3 South Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE32 Sheffield |
| Local authority | Sheffield |
| Electoral ward | City |
| Westminster constituency | Sheffield Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BRITISH TELECOMMUNICATIONS PUBLIC LIMITED COMPANY (BT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 32410000 - Local area network
- 72400000 - Internet services
- 72710000 - Local area network services

## Release History

- 23 Dec 2024 at 16:57 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f1a6486f-367b-4f0c-87f6-d41593b8be58
- 23 Dec 2024 at 16:51 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f1a6486f-367b-4f0c-87f6-d41593b8be58

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f1a6486f-367b-4f0c-87f6-d41593b8be58
  23rd December 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f25712e0-517d-4492-92e8-6ffebd8b85ac
  n/a

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