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title: "The Department for Business and Trade - Provision of BT Connectivity Services"
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# The Department for Business and Trade - Provision of BT Connectivity Services

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR INTERNATIONAL TRADE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d6c34dd6-eaa0-4134-acfd-b6acb28cddf2

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## Summary

The Department for Business and Trade has completed a procurement process for the provision of BT Connectivity Services, which falls under the telecommunications equipment and supplies category. The contract, valued at £28,260, was awarded to British Telecommunication Plc. The tender process involved a direct procurement method through a single tender action below the threshold. The procurement covered various locations including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Europe and the rest of the world. The contract started on 4th November 2024 and will run until 3rd November 2029.

This tender creates significant opportunities for growth, particularly for businesses in the telecommunications industry that can provide connectivity solutions. While the contract is not specifically suited for SMEs or VCSEs, larger organisations with a specialty in telecommunications and a robust international presence are well-suited to compete. The awarded contract to British Telecommunication Plc. indicates the need for reliable and extensive connectivity services, making it an ideal opportunity for established firms in this sector to leverage their expertise and expand their service offerings internationally.

## Notice

Provision of BT Connectivity Services.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7fb979e5-9cdf-4bff-8160-2a3013628e0a |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| 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 | 8 Nov 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 4 Nov 2024 |
| Contract period | 4 Nov 2024 - 3 Nov 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £28,260 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £28,260 |
| 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 INTERNATIONAL TRADE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1A 2DY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 32500000 - Telecommunications equipment and supplies

## Release History

- 8 Nov 2024 at 15:19 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7fb979e5-9cdf-4bff-8160-2a3013628e0a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7fb979e5-9cdf-4bff-8160-2a3013628e0a
  8th November 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e2b5c552-8c03-44d2-95ba-71db78a311cc
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