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title: "Provision of Telephony Equipment, Software and 3rd Party Maintenance , Telephone Lines and Call Charges. CCS Framework RM1045 - AWARD"
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# Provision of Telephony Equipment, Software and 3rd Party Maintenance , Telephone Lines and Call Charges. CCS Framework RM1045 - AWARD

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF CUMBRIA  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a43dfbf5-fe97-4b29-8844-699592c24fea

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## Summary

The University of Cumbria has completed a public procurement process for the provision of telephony equipment, software, and third-party maintenance, including telephone lines and call charges, under the CCS Framework RM1045. The tender process, which employed a selective (restricted) procedure, concluded on 12 July 2018, with the contract period set to commence on 1 September 2018 and run until 31 August 2020. This procurement falls within the telecommunications industry category, and the delivery address is located in Carlisle, North West England.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the telecommunications and IT services sectors, particularly those offering telephony solutions, support, and maintenance services. Businesses that can provide innovative communication technology and value-added services may find a suitable competitive edge in this procurement. Engaging with the University of Cumbria could lead to fruitful partnerships, paving the way for further contracts within the public sector.

## Notice

For the provision of Telephony Equipment, Software and 3rd Party Maintenance, Telephone Lines and Call Charges ( Crown Commercial Services Framework RM 1045 )

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e76cf14c-6c02-4ddb-b732-8669890790d9 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Aug 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Jul 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Aug 2018 |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2018 - 31 Aug 2020 |
| 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 | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF CUMBRIA |
| Locality | UK |
| Post town | Not specified |
| Postcode | CA12 2HH |
| Country | Not specified |
| ITL 1 | Not specified |
| ITL 2 | Not specified |
| ITL 3 | Not specified |
| Local authority | Not specified |
| Electoral ward | Not specified |
| Westminster constituency | Not specified |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MAINTEL EUROPE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

### Codes

- 32000000 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

## Release History

- 2 Aug 2018 at 11:51 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e76cf14c-6c02-4ddb-b732-8669890790d9

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e76cf14c-6c02-4ddb-b732-8669890790d9
  2nd August 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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