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title: "Mobile Communications"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-89cf086b-1083-4ff1-bc6e-d17fbd90c563"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "BLACKPOOL AND THE FYLDE COLLEGE"
published: "2017-04-20"
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# Mobile Communications

Buyer: BLACKPOOL AND THE FYLDE COLLEGE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-89cf086b-1083-4ff1-bc6e-d17fbd90c563

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## Summary

The procurement process for the Mobile Communications contract has been successfully completed, with Blackpool and the Fylde College acting as the buyer. This contract, valued at £400,000, falls under the telecommunications equipment and supplies category and is located in Blackpool, England. The procurement was conducted through an open procedure, with the tender period closing on 15 December 2016. The contract commenced on 16 December 2016 and will be in effect until 15 December 2020. The winning bid was awarded to Vodafone UK PLC on 13 March 2017.

This tender represents an excellent opportunity for businesses in the telecommunications sector, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can provide competitive and innovative solutions. Given Vodafone's involvement, businesses with experience in telecommunications equipment and services may find themselves well-suited to pursue similar opportunities in future tenders. Engaging in this sector not only allows firms to contribute to educational institutions but also positions them for growth and collaboration with large-scale suppliers.

## Notice

This Contract has been awarded to Vodafone UK PLC

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bc46f278-bbc9-4ee0-92e1-f4b716e629f8 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Apr 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Dec 2016 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Mar 2017 |
| Contract period | 19 Apr 2017 - 15 Dec 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £400,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £400,000 |
| 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 | BLACKPOOL AND THE FYLDE COLLEGE |
| Locality | BLACKPOOL |
| Post town | Blackpool |
| Postcode | FY2 0HB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire |
| ITL 3 | TLD42 Blackpool |
| Local authority | Blackpool |
| Electoral ward | Norbreck |
| Westminster constituency | Blackpool North and Fleetwood |
| 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

### Codes

- 32500000 - Telecommunications equipment and supplies

## Release History

- 20 Apr 2017 at 09:49 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bc46f278-bbc9-4ee0-92e1-f4b716e629f8
- 20 Apr 2017 at 09:44 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bc46f278-bbc9-4ee0-92e1-f4b716e629f8

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bc46f278-bbc9-4ee0-92e1-f4b716e629f8
  20th April 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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