--- title: "CA17799 - Preliminary Market Engagement - Communications Solutions" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-ab327b61-ebe9-40ff-b4de-3b1aee743011" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-ab327b61-ebe9-40ff-b4de-3b1aee743011" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ab327b61-ebe9-40ff-b4de-3b1aee743011.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ab327b61-ebe9-40ff-b4de-3b1aee743011.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "CRESCENT PURCHASING CONSORTIUM LIMITED" published: "2026-05-18" --- # CA17799 - Preliminary Market Engagement - Communications Solutions Buyer: CRESCENT PURCHASING CONSORTIUM LIMITED Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ab327b61-ebe9-40ff-b4de-3b1aee743011 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-ab327b61-ebe9-40ff-b4de-3b1aee743011) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ab327b61-ebe9-40ff-b4de-3b1aee743011.json) ## Summary The Crescent Purchasing Consortium Limited is currently in the planning stage of a tender process for the renewal of its Communications Solutions, which is due to expire by December 2026. This procurement process, titled “CA17799 - Preliminary Market Engagement - Communications Solutions,” falls under the telecommunications equipment and supplies industry category, with a significant contract value estimated at £10 million. Key dates include the engagement end date set for 18th August 2026. The procurement is being consolidated to align with the developments under the Procurement Act 2023, and the outcome will guide the design of a modern and market-relevant route to procurement. This initial market engagement process covers various global locations, including the UK, Channel Islands, British Overseas Territories, Europe, Isle of Man, and the Rest of the World. This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses in the telecommunications sector, particularly those specialising in unified communications, telephony, mobile communications, and broadband network services, with separate lots dedicated to each area. Companies with innovative solutions that can align with modern procurement needs and legislative changes will find this engagement beneficial. As the preliminary engagement aims to refine the structure and scope of the tender, businesses have the chance to influence the final procurement strategy, which is ideal for both established firms and dynamic enterprises looking to expand within the telecommunications supply chain. Potential suppliers are encouraged to register and engage through the MultiQuote platform for access to further information and competition details. ## Notice This preliminary market engagement process for the renewal of our current Communications Solutions due to expire in December 2026. This process will allow CPC to consider the changes enacted under the Procurement Act 2023 and how we may use that legislation to design a route to market which is modern and market relevant. A suggested Lot structure and scope have been included within this notice but will be determined through this preliminary market engagement process. Please see the attached document "Preliminary Market Engagement Communications Solutions" for more information. Includes Lots: Lot 1: Lot 1 - Unified Communications and Telephony Lot 2: Lot 2 Mobile Communications Lot 3: Lot 3 Broadband Network Services To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA17799. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA17799 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 020 3920 8054. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7ad2c818-257e-41f2-8494-0845d285da75 | | Notice type | Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 18 May 2026 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 18 Aug 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £10,000,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planning | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | CRESCENT PURCHASING CONSORTIUM LIMITED | | Locality | SALFORD | | Post town | Manchester | | Postcode | M6 6AJ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester | | ITL 3 | TLD34 Greater Manchester South West | | Local authority | Salford | | Electoral ward | Pendleton & Charlestown | | Westminster constituency | Salford | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment ### Codes - 32500000 - Telecommunications equipment and supplies ## Release History - 18 May 2026 at 13:11 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7ad2c818-257e-41f2-8494-0845d285da75 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7ad2c818-257e-41f2-8494-0845d285da75 18th May 2026 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - https://suppliers.multiquote.com ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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