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title: "Multi network sims"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-60518597-8110-4df8-8318-b97b98e2cb44"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "BRADFORD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COUNCIL"
published: "2021-09-30"
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# Multi network sims

Buyer: BRADFORD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-60518597-8110-4df8-8318-b97b98e2cb44

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## Summary

The procurement process for "Multi network sims" is conducted by Bradford Metropolitan District Council, aimed at supplying wireless telecommunications systems to enhance internet access for vulnerable children through the Children's Services 'Digital Inclusion Project'. The procurement method utilised was a direct award, completing the tender stage on 30th August 2021, with the contract now active from 1st September 2021 to 31st August 2022. The total contract value is £69,720, and the services will be delivered to various locations within England.

This tender presents an opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to engage in the supply of goods essential for educational inclusivity. Businesses specialising in telecommunications solutions, especially those offering tailored services and products, would find this contract particularly suited to their capabilities. Companies that can effectively address the needs of vulnerable demographics in terms of technology and connectivity will be well-positioned to contribute to this impactful project and participate in future tenders of similar nature.

## Notice

Multi network sims with bespoke educational filtering to replace the Sims provided by the DfE for Mi-Fi units to enable vulnerable children to have Internet access at home for education purposes. This is part of the Children's Services 'Digital Inclusion Project'.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1f718349-e95d-4a70-8762-8c914c4a1194 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Sep 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Aug 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Aug 2021 |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2021 - 31 Aug 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £69,720 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £69,720 |
| 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 | BRADFORD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COUNCIL |
| Locality | BRADFORD |
| Post town | Bradford |
| Postcode | BD1 5BD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE41 Bradford |
| Local authority | Bradford |
| Electoral ward | City |
| Westminster constituency | Bradford West |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ABZORB SYSTEMS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 32510000 - Wireless telecommunications system

## Release History

- 30 Sep 2021 at 22:21 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1f718349-e95d-4a70-8762-8c914c4a1194

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1f718349-e95d-4a70-8762-8c914c4a1194
  30th September 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.bradford.gov.uk/bmdc

## Provenance

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