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title: "Video Conferencing and Interop"
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# Video Conferencing and Interop

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-752ab6d7-b355-44e9-b07c-e2e9f85d11bd

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## Summary

The public procurement process for the "Video Conferencing and Interop" services, initiated by the Defra Network eTendering Portal in London, focuses on the provision of video conferencing software. The procurement method utilised is selective, operating through a call-off from a framework agreement, with the contract valued at approximately £407,117.49. The tender period closed on 1st June 2021, while the awarded contract commenced on 1st July 2021 and runs until 30th June 2023. This contract is categorised under services, specifically aligning with the CPV classification for video conferencing software packages.

This opportunity is particularly well-suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) looking to expand their operations in the digital communications sector. Businesses experienced in delivering interoperable video conferencing solutions and complementary IT services could significantly enhance their visibility and growth potential by engaging in similar tenders with public organisations like Defra, which are increasingly investing in innovative technology solutions.

## Notice

Video Conferencing and Interoperability Services Additional information: Please note that Defra procurement uses an E-tendering system for Procurement activities. This is currently provided by Bravo Solutions. To access appropriate tendering and contractual documents, please access the E-Tendering portal at https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk", ensuring that your registration includes "Defra". If you have any problems with this system, please contact Bravo on their telephone helpline number 0800 368 4850 or by emailing them at help@bravosolution.co.uk. "

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fb28a7f8-dec4-488e-ab23-8f01bf3e0d7e |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Sep 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Jun 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 May 2021 |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2021 - 30 Jun 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £407,117 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £407,117 |
| 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 | DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 3JR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BCS GLOBAL NETWORKS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48515000 - Video conferencing software package

## Release History

- 2 Sep 2021 at 14:52 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fb28a7f8-dec4-488e-ab23-8f01bf3e0d7e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fb28a7f8-dec4-488e-ab23-8f01bf3e0d7e
  2nd September 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d7f664dd-ec52-4c74-9771-7555ff206d32
  n/a

## Notice URLs

- https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk

## Provenance

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