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title: "DHSC: ARP: Vodafone APN Connections"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-d6699d4f-6af8-439c-a167-305705f27284"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "AMBULANCE RADIO PROGRAMME"
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# DHSC: ARP: Vodafone APN Connections

Buyer: AMBULANCE RADIO PROGRAMME  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d6699d4f-6af8-439c-a167-305705f27284

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## Summary

The "DHSC: ARP: Vodafone APN Connections" procurement process, managed by the Ambulance Radio Programme, pertains to providing IPVPN fixed networking, Virtual Route forwards, and bespoke access point names. The tender falls under the industry category of networking, internet, and intranet software development services and encompasses locations in Wales, England, and Bristol (postcode BS32 4QL). This procurement has moved to the "Award" stage with a total contract value of £383,909. The contract period will start on 20th September 2024 and end on 19th September 2029, following a selective procurement method via a call-off from a framework agreement.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in telecommunications and networking services. Given that the supplier, Vodafone Limited, is a large-scale company, smaller firms might find subcontracting options or other collaborative opportunities beneficial. Companies with expertise in developing and managing advanced networking architectures are well-suited to compete in similar future tenders, especially those proficient in delivering bespoke connectivity solutions across multiple regions.

## Notice

Contract to provide IPVPN fixed networking, Virtual Route forwards and bespoke access point names

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d6af2dbe-167c-4b39-acd2-5c1c82ea628b |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Jun 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Aug 2024 |
| Contract period | 19 Sep 2024 - 19 Sep 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £383,909 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £383,909 |
| 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 | AMBULANCE RADIO PROGRAMME |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS32 4QL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire |
| Local authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Electoral ward | Bradley Stoke North |
| Westminster constituency | Filton and Bradley Stoke |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England), TLL Wales |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | VODAFONE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72212200 - Networking, Internet and intranet software development services

## Release History

- 12 Aug 2024 at 16:46 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d6af2dbe-167c-4b39-acd2-5c1c82ea628b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d6af2dbe-167c-4b39-acd2-5c1c82ea628b
  12th August 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/2b7cd412-e825-477a-b023-4ce839f8af2a
  Order Form_RM6116 Framework Schedule 6 - ARP_NS3_NT_12.08.2024_Redacted

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