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title: "Flex EA A-FLEX-3 - Collaboration Flex Plan 3.0 5 Years"
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buyer: "THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM"
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# Flex EA A-FLEX-3 - Collaboration Flex Plan 3.0 5 Years

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b21679e0-d252-47fd-b9f1-09161d3cc1a4

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## Summary

The University of Birmingham has completed the procurement process for the "Flex EA A-FLEX-3 - Collaboration Flex Plan 3.0 5 Years" contract, categorised under the CPV code for Networks. The procurement, facilitated through a selective call-off from a framework agreement, was finalised with key dates including the tender period ending on 24th July 2024 and the contract period running from 25th July 2024 to 28th June 2029. The project, valued at £1,110,016.30, involves services to be delivered primarily at the B15 2TT postal code in Birmingham. The award stage was activated on 26th July 2024 and formally published on 30th October 2024.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in network services, particularly smaller enterprises (SMEs), given the contract's five-year duration and substantial value. The awarded supplier, CAE Technology Services Limited, a large-scale enterprise, exemplifies the type of firm that can leverage such opportunities to enhance their service portfolio and market presence. Companies with strong capabilities in network solutions, particularly those experienced in long-term collaborations, are well-positioned to benefit from similar future tenders.

## Notice

Flex EA A-FLEX-3 - Collaboration Flex Plan 3.0 5 Years

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1f32a88c-833b-4107-a4ee-cbd3fdaf86ae |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Jul 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 Jul 2024 |
| Contract period | 24 Jul 2024 - 28 Jun 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,110,016 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,110,016 |
| 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 | THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B15 2TT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Edgbaston |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Edgbaston |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CAE TECHNOLOGY SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 32400000 - Networks

## Release History

- 30 Oct 2024 at 10:10 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1f32a88c-833b-4107-a4ee-cbd3fdaf86ae

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1f32a88c-833b-4107-a4ee-cbd3fdaf86ae
  30th October 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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