--- title: "SS15 140 - Mobile Solutions" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-b2b29bb8-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-b2b29bb8-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b2b29bb8-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b2b29bb8-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "KENT COUNTY COUNCIL" published: "2016-11-18" --- # SS15 140 - Mobile Solutions Buyer: KENT COUNTY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b2b29bb8-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-b2b29bb8-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b2b29bb8-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b.json) ## Summary The procurement process, initiated by Kent County Council, seeks proposals for the tender titled "SS15 140 - Mobile Solutions," which falls under the mobile-telephone services category. This council, located in Maidstone, UK, covers an extensive area and serves a population of 1.3 million residents. The project is currently in the Tender stage, with the tender period closing on 23rd June 2016. The contract is expected to start on 29th August 2016 and will last for 24 months, with an option to extend for an additional 24 months. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in mobile telecommunications, ICT services, and data solutions. Companies that can offer comprehensive mobile voice and data services, including a range of compatible devices and customer support solutions, will be well-positioned to compete. The need for reliable 4G coverage, varied tariff plans, and tailored business services indicates a demand for innovative and responsive suppliers, particularly those experienced in managing complex telecommunications infrastructures. ## Notice Kent County Council (the council) is the largest county council in England covering an area of 3,500 square kilometres. It has an annual expenditure of over PS900m on goods and services and a population of 1.3m. The Council provides a wide range of personal and strategic services on behalf of its residents, operating in partnership with 12 district councils and 289 parish/town councils. This requirement is for ICT Support Services within the Strategic and Corporate Services Directorate. The Council requires the provision of mobile voice and data services, including the provision of: (a) a wide range of handsets (both basic feature phones and smartphones, which must be provided unlocked); (b) voice and text unlimited tariffs; (c) data allowance in bands up to unlimited; (d) tethering allowances/tariffs; (e) overseas usage voice and data; (f) the ability to send and receive short message service (SMS); (g) voicemail services; (h) mobile data connectivity via Dongles and SIMS (iPads); (i) mobile e-mail services (push and pull); (j) mobile data applications and value added mobile services; (k) accessories, including chargers, cases, screen protectors, etc.; (l) bar short code text services and premium text and other services; (m) the prevention of SIMS working in other devices; (n) a staff discount scheme; (o) adequate coverage throughout the UK including 4G; (p) dedicated telephone and email based helpdesk to provide day to day support; and (q) an online portal for detailed billing. The Council also requires a managed text service (SMS bulk texting) with the provision to send bulk SMS text messages to groups of numbers either via email or an external web portal. The supplier must be an authorised DEP reseller and provide APPLE INC. products with the DEP. The contract is anticipated to commence upon 29 August 2016 and will continue for a period of 24 months, with an option to extend for a further period of up to 24 months, unless terminated in accordance with the Conditions of Contract on the Kent Business Portal. Further background and technical information can be found within the tender documentation. Visit www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk Additional information: Instructions to Suppliers: Express an Interest in this opportunity via the online Kent Business Portal to gain access to the ITT and Instructions to Suppliers. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6c7fa772-1d58-4383-b3d4-f749cd0c7f29 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 18 Nov 2016 | | Submission deadline | 23 Jun 2016 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 29 Jul 2016 - 28 Mar 2018 | | 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 | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | KENT COUNTY COUNCIL | | Locality | MAIDSTONE | | Post town | Rochester | | Postcode | ME14 1XQ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent | | ITL 3 | TLJ45 Mid Kent | | Local authority | Maidstone | | Electoral ward | Penenden Heath | | Westminster constituency | Maidstone and Malling | | Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 64 - Postal and telecommunications services ### Codes - 64212000 - Mobile-telephone services ## Release History - 18 Nov 2016 at 20:17 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6c7fa772-1d58-4383-b3d4-f749cd0c7f29 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6c7fa772-1d58-4383-b3d4-f749cd0c7f29 23rd May 2016 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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