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title: "ISDN to SIP"
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buyer: "BRADFORD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COUNCIL"
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# ISDN to SIP

Buyer: BRADFORD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a733ede6-b6aa-4ca8-8733-035a4646387f

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## Summary

The Bradford Metropolitan District Council has successfully completed a procurement process for replacing legacy Integrated Services Digital Network (ISDN) lines with future-proofed Session Initiated Protocol (SIP) lines, under the title "ISDN to SIP". This tender falls within the telecommunications industry and was located in the Yorkshire and the Humber region of the United Kingdom. The procurement method used was selective, following a restricted procedure, with an overall contract value of £630,000. The contract period commenced on 1st September 2020 and will continue until 31st August 2025. The tender submission deadline was 24th August 2020.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in telecommunications and network equipment. Companies with capabilities in providing traditional telephony services and modern SIP technology are well-suited to compete for contracts in this space. Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged, as the process is aimed at promoting diverse participation. Engaging in such contracts allows businesses to expand their market presence and establish long-term partnerships with local councils.

## Notice

The Council is looking to replace all legacy Integrated Services Digital network (ISDN) Lines and single telephone Lines within the Council with future proofed Session Initiated Protocol (SIP) Lines. Move the Council's existing WLR (Wholesale Line Rental) and BEL (Business Exchange Lines) into a supported contract. Crown Commercial RM3808 Network services 2 Lot 1: Data access services was used for the procurement of the data circuits for SIP. Crown Commercial RM3808 Network services 2 Lot 3: Traditional Telephony Services was used for the procurement of the line rentals and call plan.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5c81d8e1-6db6-46e7-9172-df51bcd108db |
| 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 | 8 Sep 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Aug 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Aug 2020 |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2020 - 31 Aug 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £650,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £630,000 |
| 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 | BRADFORD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COUNCIL |
| Locality | BRADFORD |
| Post town | Bradford |
| Postcode | BD1 1HX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE41 Bradford |
| Local authority | Bradford |
| Electoral ward | City |
| Westminster constituency | Bradford West |
| Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | VIRGIN MEDIA BUSINESS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 32000000 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment
- 32420000 - Network equipment

## Release History

- 8 Sep 2020 at 08:01 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5c81d8e1-6db6-46e7-9172-df51bcd108db

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5c81d8e1-6db6-46e7-9172-df51bcd108db
  8th September 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.bradford.gov.uk/bmdc

## Provenance

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