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title: "RFI for AHDB mobile & telephoney requirements"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS"
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# RFI for AHDB mobile & telephoney requirements

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d8835b94-1252-46da-8bde-298f7d465a1c

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## Summary

The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs is initiating a Request for Information (RFI) for mobile and telephony requirements, with the project located in Kenilworth, Warwickshire. The procurement is currently in the planning stage, with a deadline for engagement set for 12th July 2019. This tender seeks to gather information and does not guarantee a contract with any single supplier. Interested parties should contact Sarah Jackson at AHDB for further details.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in mobile telephony and telecommunications services. Companies that can provide comprehensive mobile network solutions, telephony systems, and device hardware are particularly well-suited to compete. This includes SMEs capable of delivering innovative self-service support, integration with Office365, and cost-effective international roaming solutions. By engaging in this process, businesses can position themselves to fulfil the diverse requirements outlined by the AHDB, potentially leading to a lucrative partnership.

## Notice

RFI ONLY for AHDB mobile and telephony requirements. This is for information gathering and does not guarantee a contract with a single supplier. Closing date is midday on the 12th July 2019. For access to this RFI, please email Sarah.Jackson@ahdb.org.uk AHDB is looking for one supplier or a partnership\collaboration to deliver the following aims in which should as a minimum deliver: Mobile telephony solution * UK wide mobile network coverage that enables devices to connect to the strongest mobile network regardless of carrier. * Ability to amortise new device costs over the length of the contract * Self-service support portal for end users and admins * Online billing service for end users * International roaming solution that enables devices to connect to the strongest mobile network regardless of carrier, and also the most cost-effective. * Shared data allowance across all MPN's * Wi-Fi calling Telephony service & system * Full migration of all of AHDBs current DDI numbers anges into a new solution * Zero charges for internal voice calls * Office365\Exchange Online\Skype & Teams Integration * Switchboard management * A solution for live audio contributions to the mediaroadcasters. * Incoming and outgoing call reporting * Call recording\sharing * Electronic Fax to Email Service * Voicemail Mobile & VoIP Device Hardware * iOS devices that will be added to Apple's DEP by the supplier * A range of physical desk phones that can integrate with the solution Unified and Intelligent Communications * User status\presence * Office365\Exchange Online\ Skype & Teams\Microsoft Dynamics (On-Premise and Online) Integration * Corporate phone book * Caller identification Additional information: To gain access to document, please email Sarah.jackson@ahdb.org.uk and quote 2019-368

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0ac7ae6a-2862-4d97-90ce-7a2556b65a82 |
| Notice type | Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Jul 2019 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 12 Jul 2019 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| 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 | Planning |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS |
| Locality | KENILWORTH, WARWICKSHIRE |
| Post town | Coventry |
| Postcode | CV8 2TL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire |
| ITL 3 | TLG13 Warwickshire CC |
| Local authority | Warwick |
| Electoral ward | Cubbington & Leek Wootton |
| Westminster constituency | Kenilworth and Southam |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 32250000 - Mobile telephones

## Release History

- 1 Jul 2019 at 13:31 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0ac7ae6a-2862-4d97-90ce-7a2556b65a82

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0ac7ae6a-2862-4d97-90ce-7a2556b65a82
  1st July 2019 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.ahdb.org.uk

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