--- title: "Future Schools Network Service for educational establishments in Hampshire" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-43d32f59-38f9-4275-9b86-34a06967836d" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-43d32f59-38f9-4275-9b86-34a06967836d" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-43d32f59-38f9-4275-9b86-34a06967836d.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-43d32f59-38f9-4275-9b86-34a06967836d.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL" published: "2021-08-12" --- # Future Schools Network Service for educational establishments in Hampshire Buyer: HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-43d32f59-38f9-4275-9b86-34a06967836d [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-43d32f59-38f9-4275-9b86-34a06967836d) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-43d32f59-38f9-4275-9b86-34a06967836d.json) ## Summary The procurement process involves Hampshire County Council seeking applications for the "Future Schools Network Service" aimed at educational establishments in Hampshire. The contract will facilitate wide area network (WAN) connectivity and related services. This tender is currently at the award stage, with a deadline for submissions set for 14:00 on Thursday, 5th August 2021. The contract is projected to commence on 1st November 2021, spanning a period of four years, and is valued between £10 million and £16 million. Bidders are required to participate through the open procurement method. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in WAN services and associated educational connectivity solutions. Companies capable of providing innovative and reliable network infrastructure, along with additional technical services, will be particularly well-suited to compete. With the educational sector increasingly reliant on robust digital solutions, this contract could serve as a substantial growth avenue for organisations looking to expand their portfolio in the public sector. ## Notice Hampshire County Council invites applications from suitably experienced organisations who wish to be considered for selection for the provision of a single supplier framework to facilitate WAN connectivity and other services for educational establishments in Hampshire. The Framework will commence on 1st November 2021 and will be for a period of four years. Interested parties should register their interest in the project via the In-Tend website https://in-tendhost.co.uk/hampshire, and complete and submit the tender return document together with any supporting information requested by 14.00 hrs on Thursday 5th August 2021. How to obtain the Tender Documents The Tender documents can be accessed when logged into In-Tend by selecting 'View Details' on the relevant tender advert and clicking the 'Express Interest' tab. Once in the tender there are five tabs - 'Tender', 'ITT - documents', 'Correspondence', 'Clarifications' and 'History'. Select the 2nd tab (ITT - documents) where you will find useful information under 'Tender Details' continue to scroll down to the heading 'Tender Documents Received' where you will be able to view / download the documents. Please download all the documents and read very carefully. Opting In and Opting Out Please note you are required to 'Opt In' before you can access the 'My tender Return' to start populating your response. PLEASE NOTE you are required to 'Opt In' to view & complete the Questionnaire for this project. The 'Opt Out' functionality will also be available throughout the duration of the tender process. 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Additional information: Interested parties should register their interest in the project via the In-Tend website https://in-tendhost.co.uk/hampshire. Guidance on how to participate in a tender - download and upload documents / returns and if required, register your company (free of charge), can be found on the In-tend site under the 'Help' or 'Information for Suppliers' buttons. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c80884aa-e2b9-42c9-9e25-896de15ca77d | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 12 Aug 2021 | | Submission deadline | 19 Aug 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Nov 2021 - 31 Oct 2025 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £16,000,000 | | 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 | HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL | | Locality | HAMPSHIRE | | Post town | Southampton | | Postcode | SO23 8UJ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight | | ITL 3 | TLJ36 Central Hampshire | | Local authority | Winchester | | Electoral ward | St Michael | | Westminster constituency | Winchester | | Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment ### Codes - 32430000 - Wide area network ## Release History - 12 Aug 2021 at 07:32 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c80884aa-e2b9-42c9-9e25-896de15ca77d - 19 Jul 2021 at 13:48 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c80884aa-e2b9-42c9-9e25-896de15ca77d - 19 Jul 2021 at 13:48 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c80884aa-e2b9-42c9-9e25-896de15ca77d - 19 Jul 2021 at 13:47 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c80884aa-e2b9-42c9-9e25-896de15ca77d - 13 Jul 2021 at 10:00 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c80884aa-e2b9-42c9-9e25-896de15ca77d - 5 Jul 2021 at 15:59 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c80884aa-e2b9-42c9-9e25-896de15ca77d - 5 Jul 2021 at 15:58 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c80884aa-e2b9-42c9-9e25-896de15ca77d ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c80884aa-e2b9-42c9-9e25-896de15ca77d 12th August 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Hampshire/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/hampshire ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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