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title: "DfE BT Wi-Fi Vouchers"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-c9f97f1a-fbc7-4dbb-92ba-ebf87d54be96"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION"
published: "2020-09-28"
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# DfE BT Wi-Fi Vouchers

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c9f97f1a-fbc7-4dbb-92ba-ebf87d54be96

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## Summary

The Department for Education initiated a tender for the provision of "DfE BT Wi-Fi Vouchers," aimed at supplying Wi-Fi vouchers for pupils in need across England. With procurement classified under wide area network services, the tender process was completed following a direct procurement method through a single tender action. The contract, valued at £1,000,000, commenced on 29th July 2020 and is set to conclude on 31st December 2020. This award was formally published on 28th September 2020, following the tender period which ended on 10th July 2020.

This opportunity offers significant potential for businesses in the technology and telecommunications sector, particularly those capable of delivering network services to educational institutions. Companies that specialise in providing connectivity solutions, especially those with experience working with the public sector, would be well-positioned to compete for similar contracts. The focus on aiding students in need indicates a commitment to social responsibility, which may also appeal to businesses prioritising community engagement and support.

## Notice

Wi-Fi vouchers for pupils in need across England.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/489d2f05-7b60-4c30-9e71-b2ac76ff0072 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Sep 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Jul 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Jul 2020 |
| Contract period | 28 Jul 2020 - 31 Dec 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,000,000 |
| 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 | DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M1 2WD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Piccadilly |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BRITISH TELECOMMUNICATIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 72720000 - Wide area network services

## Release History

- 28 Sep 2020 at 10:56 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/489d2f05-7b60-4c30-9e71-b2ac76ff0072

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/489d2f05-7b60-4c30-9e71-b2ac76ff0072
  28th September 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/6e42b383-a138-45ac-991b-9511d8a73123
  n/a

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