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title: "Get Help With Tech SIM & Data Wave 4"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-5fd8e425-4ce2-4e32-84a1-d470f3b2a13f"
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published: "2021-03-10"
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# Get Help With Tech SIM & Data Wave 4

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5fd8e425-4ce2-4e32-84a1-d470f3b2a13f

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "Get Help With Tech SIM & Data Wave 4" was conducted by the Department for Education, focusing on the procurement of up to 14,000 4G Router/MiFi devices to support vulnerable children's access to the internet for remote learning during the COVID-19 pandemic. This procurement falls under the industry category of computer equipment and supplies (CPV code 30200000) and was achieved through a limited competitive quotation process below the threshold value of £351,120. The tender period concluded on 1 February 2021, with the contract execution starting on 2 February 2021 and set to end on 31 July 2021. The delivery locations include various regions such as the United Kingdom and British Overseas Territories.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in the supply of technology and telecommunications equipment, particularly those in the SME sector. Successful bidders in this procurement could enhance their market presence by leveraging their ability to provide essential services and equipment during critical times. Companies that are well-equipped to compete include those that can supply technologically advanced devices promptly, offer competitive pricing, and have experience in handling large-scale contracts focused on education or health sectors, thereby contributing to the broader societal goal of improving educational access for vulnerable children.

## Notice

Procurement of up to 14,000 4G Router/MiFi devices to enable vulnerable children to access the internet for remote learning during the COVID-19 pandemic

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5b721fa4-d68e-42a3-91d5-10c092cd5f70 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Mar 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Feb 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Feb 2021 |
| Contract period | 2 Feb 2021 - 31 Jul 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £351,120 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £351,120 |
| 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 | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M60 7RA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Piccadilly |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | COMPUTACENTRE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

### Codes

- 30200000 - Computer equipment and supplies

## Release History

- 10 Mar 2021 at 11:25 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5b721fa4-d68e-42a3-91d5-10c092cd5f70

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5b721fa4-d68e-42a3-91d5-10c092cd5f70
  10th March 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/45a91e91-91bc-4e6a-b489-6fc6877c34e5
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