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title: "Wide Area Network (WAN) 2023"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "DVSA - DRIVER AND VEHICLE STANDARDS AGENCY"
published: "2024-07-31"
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# Wide Area Network (WAN) 2023

Buyer: DVSA - DRIVER AND VEHICLE STANDARDS AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-68f86785-e3a9-438a-9ecc-ff37b94e1c84

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## Summary

The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has completed the procurement process titled "Wide Area Network (WAN) 2023", focusing on the procurement of wide area network services. This tender, classified under CPV code 32430000, encompasses a range of connectivity and network services for various locations, including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. The procurement was conducted through a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. Key dates include the contract period from 11th April 2024 to 10th April 2028, with the tender period ending on 8th January 2024. Worth £4,891,192, the award was given to Vodafone Limited and was officially published on 31st July 2024.

This procurement presents significant growth opportunities for businesses involved in connectivity and network services. Companies with expertise in wide area networking, secure internet connections, service management, and network security can benefit from such tenders. While this specific contract may not suit SMEs or VCSEs due to its scale and scope, larger enterprises with capabilities in IP addressing, routing, and service support are well-positioned to compete. Participation in similar future tenders can lead to long-term contracts and stable revenue streams, fostering business expansion and innovation in the technology and telecommunications sector.

## Notice

This notice is for transparency purposes only. The contract is for the provision of wide area network services. In scope: Migration from the existing suppliers o Connectivity o Office to Office connectivity o Office to Data Centre connectivity o Direct Internet Access (DIA) connectivity o Network Services (IP addressing, routing, failover, application prioritisation etc) o Service Management and Support o Employee Internet Access via secure internet connection. o Security Monitoring, Performance, Reporting and Documentation Out of scope: o Data Centre supplier Inter Data Centre Connectivity o Connectivity to the Internet from the current supplier (Equinix) Data Centres o LAN Equipment (Cabled and Wi-Fi) at Buyer sites o Public Services Network connectivity

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fc0d587a-7e66-4a47-b6eb-ed73346a388e |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 31 Jul 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Jan 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Apr 2024 |
| Contract period | 10 Apr 2024 - 10 Apr 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £4,891,192 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £4,891,192 |
| 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 | DVSA - DRIVER AND VEHICLE STANDARDS AGENCY |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS5 0DA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK51 Bristol, City of |
| Local authority | Bristol, City of |
| Electoral ward | Lawrence Hill |
| Westminster constituency | Bristol East |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 32430000 - Wide area network
- 72720000 - Wide area network services

## Release History

- 31 Jul 2024 at 15:43 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fc0d587a-7e66-4a47-b6eb-ed73346a388e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fc0d587a-7e66-4a47-b6eb-ed73346a388e
  31st July 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e2fb1883-9ccd-4f17-9b14-6a0bf9628ff1
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