--- title: "LINK Network and Telephony Services RFI" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-c77b416a-1e15-43e8-8d61-a4b8770a411c" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-c77b416a-1e15-43e8-8d61-a4b8770a411c" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c77b416a-1e15-43e8-8d61-a4b8770a411c.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c77b416a-1e15-43e8-8d61-a4b8770a411c.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SE SHARED SERVICES" published: "2020-03-20" --- # LINK Network and Telephony Services RFI Buyer: SE SHARED SERVICES Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c77b416a-1e15-43e8-8d61-a4b8770a411c [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-c77b416a-1e15-43e8-8d61-a4b8770a411c) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c77b416a-1e15-43e8-8d61-a4b8770a411c.json) ## Summary The procurement process titled "LINK Network and Telephony Services RFI" is being conducted by SE Shared Services, located in East Sussex, United Kingdom. This tender falls under the category of Networks, focusing on telecommunications and integrated network services. The current procurement stage is at the Request for Information (RFI) level, aimed at engaging suppliers to shape future requirements. The tender was published on 20th March 2020, with a deadline for submissions set for 27th April 2020. The coming contract period is expected to run from 1st December 2022 to 30th November 2030. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses that specialise in network solutions, telecommunications, and IT services. Firms that are innovative and capable of delivering scalable, high-availability services that meet security requirements would be well-suited to compete. Additionally, businesses that can provide managed services, support diverse communications needs, and integrate with existing public sector frameworks could thrive. The responsive management and tailored service delivery elements highlighted in the procurement offer a pathway for suppliers to demonstrate their capabilities and add value to local communities. ## Notice This RFI has been published to make suppliers aware of the requirement to procure replacement contracts for the next iteration of the LINK contracts. This RFI provides supplier's with the opportunity to help develop and shape the future requirements and enable the Council to receive high quality and innovative proposals once the procurement has been published. Initial requirements have been expressed as a series of desired outcomes, which are as follows: o A network connectivity (underlay) and associated services (overlay) solution that can be used by public sector organisations in East Sussex and beyond. o A solution that is delivered as a fully managed service. o A solution with a clear and simple pricing structure where all costs are related to consumption. o A solution that is highly available. o A solution with no single points of failure other than individual access circuits. o A solution that complies with the relevant security requirements for a shared public sector network. o A solution that can easily scale in access circuits as new members join The Link. o A solution that can cope with constant change in the physical estate. o A solution that can cope with rising traffic levels. o A solution that can offer options in terms of access technologies, access speeds and access resilience. o A solution that can carry all forms of voice, video and data communications. o A solution that can meet the performance requirements of the latest UC applications, e.g. Microsoft Teams. o A solution that logically and securely separates traffic by individual organisation. o A solution that can securely support inter-organisational traffic, if required. o A solution that can offer access to the Internet, Cloud Services, HSCN, PSN and the local NHS COIN on a per organisation basis. o A solution that provides detailed management information on a per organisation basis. o A solution that is complemented by high quality service management and account management. o A solution with a responsive support service that resolves faults and issues in a timely manner o A solution that represents value for money. o A solution that can also deliver social value to local communities. o A solution that can support a third party telephony service. o A solution that can support a third party Wi-Fi service. o A solution that can support a seamless transition from the current arrangements. o A solution with innovative contract terms that help to address the issues faced by public sector organisations with ever changing physical estates. Additional information: www.in-tendhost.co.uk/sesharedservices Delivery Notes East Sussex County Council County Hall St Anne's Crescent Lewes BN7 1UE Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a1b5c8f3-a7ec-4a32-86ce-b8842f502e2e | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Other - | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 20 Mar 2020 | | Submission deadline | 27 Apr 2020 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Dec 2022 - 30 Nov 2030 | | 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 | SE SHARED SERVICES | | Locality | EAST SUSSEX | | Post town | Brighton | | Postcode | BN7 1UE | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex | | ITL 3 | TLJ22 East Sussex CC | | Local authority | Lewes | | Electoral ward | Lewes Priory | | Westminster constituency | Lewes | | Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment - 50 - Repair and maintenance services - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ### Codes - 32400000 - Networks - 32412000 - Communications network - 32412100 - Telecommunications network - 32412110 - Internet network - 32413000 - Integrated network - 32424000 - Network infrastructure - 32430000 - Wide area network - 32551400 - Telephone network - 50334110 - Telephone network maintenance services - 72315100 - Data network support services - 72315200 - Data network management services - 72720000 - Wide area network services ## Release History - 20 Mar 2020 at 17:26 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a1b5c8f3-a7ec-4a32-86ce-b8842f502e2e ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a1b5c8f3-a7ec-4a32-86ce-b8842f502e2e 20th March 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sesharedservices/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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