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title: "IT Future sourcing - Microwave network communication support"
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buyer: "HISTORIC ENGLAND LIMITED"
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# IT Future sourcing - Microwave network communication support

Buyer: HISTORIC ENGLAND LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4d80549e-7014-47a3-a753-1adda8aae32e

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## Summary

The procurement process is conducted by Historic England Limited for a three-year contract titled "IT Future sourcing - Microwave network communication support". This contract, classified under the communications network category (CPV 32412000), aims to provide support for connectivity between Historic England and English Heritage premises. The procurement process has concluded, with the contract awarded on 16 January 2017, and the contract period running from 1 February 2017 until 31 January 2020. The total value of the contract is £38,356, and it covered delivery locations across the United Kingdom and overseas territories.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the communications services sector, particularly those with expertise in microwave network support and connectivity solutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement is well-suited for innovative and agile firms that can deliver tailored solutions to meet the needs of historic preservation organisations. Companies with a strong track record in similar projects and a capacity to provide reliable communication services will find this procurement attractive for business growth.

## Notice

A three year contract to cover support of connectivity in place to allow microwave network communications between Historic England and English Heritage premises.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1d7e004c-d60a-4fd9-9c4b-dd004cd2ff4e |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not applicable |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Feb 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Jan 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Jan 2017 |
| Contract period | 1 Feb 2017 - 31 Jan 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £38,356 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| 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 | HISTORIC ENGLAND LIMITED |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 2EH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon |
| Local authority | Swindon |
| Electoral ward | Mannington and Western |
| Westminster constituency | Swindon South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ENSIGN COMMUNICATIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 32412000 - Communications network

## Release History

- 2 Feb 2017 at 11:31 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1d7e004c-d60a-4fd9-9c4b-dd004cd2ff4e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1d7e004c-d60a-4fd9-9c4b-dd004cd2ff4e
  2nd February 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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