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title: "Framework Agreement for Connectivity for Educational Establishments - AWARD"
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buyer: "NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2022-09-23"
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# Framework Agreement for Connectivity for Educational Establishments - AWARD

Buyer: NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5633a980-f1f8-4b99-9dd3-441ec160f922

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## Summary

The Norfolk County Council has completed the procurement process for a Framework Agreement for Connectivity for Educational Establishments. The tender aimed to supply and install broadband connectivity suitable for education environments in the East of England, Lincolnshire, and unitary authorities within the region. The procurement method used was an open procedure with a tender period ending on July 8, 2022, and a contract period starting on August 8, 2022, and ending on August 7, 2026.

This tender presents an opportunity for IT service providers, internet service providers, and telecommunications companies to engage in providing connectivity solutions to educational establishments in the specified regions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are well-suited for this tender, given the emphasis on digital technologies and connectivity solutions for educational institutions. Businesses interested in providing consulting, software development, and IT support services can leverage this framework agreement to expand their market presence and contribute to the education sector's technological advancement.

## Notice

Norfolk County Council tendered a requirement for partners to supply and install broadband connectivity suitable for education environments, in line with the Department for Education Digital and technology standards for schools and colleges. The Framework Agreement is open to all educational establishments to purchase from within the East of England, Lincolnshire, and all unitary authorities therein.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/137f70db-ad2f-465d-8fb7-a35b187cffcb |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Sep 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Jul 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Sep 2022 |
| Contract period | 7 Aug 2022 - 7 Aug 2026 |
| 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 | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | NORFOLK |
| Post town | Norwich |
| Postcode | NR1 2DH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH5 Norfolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk |
| Local authority | Norwich |
| Electoral ward | Lakenham |
| Westminster constituency | Norwich South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 4 |
| Supplier names | EASTERN TELEPHONES; MLL TELECOM; RYDAL COMMUNICATIONS; TALK STRAIGHT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 32000000 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment
- 64000000 - Postal and telecommunications services
- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
- 72411000 - Internet service providers ISP

## Release History

- 23 Sep 2022 at 07:49 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/137f70db-ad2f-465d-8fb7-a35b187cffcb

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/137f70db-ad2f-465d-8fb7-a35b187cffcb
  23rd September 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.norfolk.gov.uk

## Provenance

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