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buyer: "BISHOP WILKINSON CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST"
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# Telephony & Broadband

Buyer: BISHOP WILKINSON CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-85db1ced-fd6a-43c2-859b-84907e1d1a94

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## Summary

The Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust based in Sunderland, England, has completed the procurement process for a telecommunications service contract titled "Telephony & Broadband". This contracting process is categorised under the telecommunications equipment and supplies industry, with specific relevance to network connectivity terminal emulation software packages. The procurement utilised a selective method through a restricted procedure, surpassing the threshold. The tender period ended on 8th January 2024. The contract commences on 1st September 2024 and runs until 28th February 2027. Key contractual obligations include providing intra-site connectivity for Trust schools and future-proofing services during the contract duration.

This tender offers lucrative opportunities for businesses specialising in telecommunication services, particularly those experienced in delivering value-for-money solutions and consistent service provision across educational settings. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), including voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), are particularly well-suited to compete due to the trust's interest in a flexible, innovative approach to service delivery. The contract was awarded to Incom Business Systems Limited, an SME, indicating the potential for similar businesses to succeed by demonstrating adaptability and comprehensive service models for educational institutions. The phased rollout and optional cost submissions provide additional opportunities for suppliers to extend services based on evolving needs.

## Notice

2.1 This FC sets out the requirements of this procurement and provides information on how the tender process will be managed. It also explains the clarification process and confirms the process that will be used to evaluate Tender(s). 2.2 The primary focus objective is to establish a suitable solution for a broadband and telephony provider to demonstrate value for money, efficient and consistent provision of service. 2.3 This tender is for a third-party provider to supply intra-site connectivity between all existing Trust schools. In addition, the provider will supply access to the Internet as well as VoIP services. 2.4 The current broadband service the customer currently has is FTTC broadband lines installed at the Village and Gurney Pease Academy along with an ADSL broadband line at Marchbank Free School. The roll out is to be a staggered approach with one school, Gurnsey Pease, that has contract until October 2024 with the remaining sites on a rolling contract. The key requirement for the Trust is to ensure that there is a fail overline for broadband and the ability to flip to VPN. 2.5 The trust is looking to use a phased, 'roll out' approach in the implementation of this contract, for the current schools, however dates are not confirmed and may be subject to change. The final phasing will be agreed as part of mobilisation with the awarded Supplier and ongoing contract management. 2.6 During the contract period the Trust aim to ensure that the service is future proofed. The pricing schedule will allow suppliers to submitted optional costs where the Trust will have visibility of additional services. The Trust reserve the right to review the submitted costs with the awarded supplier and reserve the right to test the market prior to any additional commitments being made within this contract.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/68e6bf01-a701-473f-b523-50c65f3a414e |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Jan 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Feb 2024 |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2024 - 28 Feb 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £163,741 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £163,741 |
| 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 | BISHOP WILKINSON CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST |
| Locality | SUNDERLAND |
| Post town | Sunderland |
| Postcode | SR5 3NY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC44 Sunderland |
| Local authority | Sunderland |
| Electoral ward | Washington North |
| Westminster constituency | Washington and Gateshead South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | INCOM BUSINESS SYSTEMS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment
- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 32500000 - Telecommunications equipment and supplies
- 48216000 - Network connectivity terminal emulation software package

## Release History

- 28 May 2025 at 15:36 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/68e6bf01-a701-473f-b523-50c65f3a414e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/68e6bf01-a701-473f-b523-50c65f3a414e
  28th May 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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