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title: "Invitation to Tender for Broadband Network Services Framework Agreement"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-691f672f-0ca4-4869-af0a-31247296c951"
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buyer: "HERTS FOR LEARNING LIMITED"
published: "2024-05-20"
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# Invitation to Tender for Broadband Network Services Framework Agreement

Buyer: HERTS FOR LEARNING LIMITED  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-691f672f-0ca4-4869-af0a-31247296c951

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## Summary

The buying organisation, Herts for Learning Limited, has issued an Invitation to Tender for a Broadband Network Services Framework Agreement aimed at providing high-speed broadband network services to schools and education settings within Hertfordshire. The procurement stage is currently open, with a tender deadline set for June 3, 2024. The contract period for the selected supplier will start on July 22, 2024, and end on July 21, 2028. The procurement falls under the services category and is conducted through an open procedure (above threshold).

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses in the Internet service providers industry to compete for providing broadband network services to educational settings in Hertfordshire. Suppliers capable of delivering EoFTTC, FTTC, and SOGEA locally are encouraged to participate. The Framework Agreement aims to support schools in transitioning to fiber solutions and improving their network infrastructure, aligning with national recommendations. Businesses looking to expand their presence in the education sector with a focus on broadband services would find this tender well-suited for their growth.

## Notice

HFL has elected to reprocure a Framework for the provision of suitable broadband network services for schools, and education settings within Hertfordshire including MATs with a setting in Hertfordshire. The Supplier will provide a fully managed wide area broadband network to enable a high-speed network connection to eligible settings. In line with Government recommendations and the national fibre roll out, schools are expected to move off copper-based connections and move over to fibre solutions. Suppliers are required to continue delivering EoFTTC, FTTC and SOGEA where is it available locally. Additional information: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/educationportal/ Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2bbe6019-d59f-46a5-98a6-397618a7e1c5 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 May 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Jun 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 22 Jul 2024 - 21 Jul 2028 |
| 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 | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | HERTS FOR LEARNING LIMITED |
| Locality | HERTFORDSHIRE |
| Post town | Stevenage |
| Postcode | SG1 2FQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH26 North and East Hertfordshire |
| Local authority | Stevenage |
| Electoral ward | Symonds Green |
| Westminster constituency | Stevenage |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 72411000 - Internet service providers ISP

## Release History

- 20 May 2024 at 10:03 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2bbe6019-d59f-46a5-98a6-397618a7e1c5
- 2 May 2024 at 10:59 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2bbe6019-d59f-46a5-98a6-397618a7e1c5

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2bbe6019-d59f-46a5-98a6-397618a7e1c5
  20th May 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/educationportal/

## Provenance

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