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title: "Invitation to Tender for Broadband Network Services Framework Agreement - AWARD"
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# Invitation to Tender for Broadband Network Services Framework Agreement - AWARD

Buyer: HERTS FOR LEARNING LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d9a771ee-b18a-4a33-a647-16dfd62e7ca2

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## Summary

Herts for Learning Limited has completed the award stage of their procurement process for the "Invitation to Tender for Broadband Network Services Framework Agreement." This contract aims to provide broadband network services to schools and educational settings within Hertfordshire. The tender falls under the industry category of Internet service providers (ISP) and encompasses a diverse geographical area including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and other regions worldwide. The procurement was conducted through an open procedure, with the contract commencing on 1st August 2025 and concluding on 31st July 2029. The award was finalised on 5th December 2024, with RM Education Ltd being designated as the supplier.

This tender provides a significant opportunity for businesses involved in providing high-speed broadband and network services to expand their market reach within the educational sector. The contract stipulates the transition from copper-based connections to fibre solutions, aligning with government guidelines and the national fibre rollout. Given the broad scope and the regional requirements, companies specialising in fibre broadband, managed network services, and educational technology solutions would find this opportunity particularly beneficial for business growth. Although the framework is not specifically aimed at SMEs or VCSEs, organisations that can comply with the requirement for high-speed, reliable broadband services would be well-suited to this contract.

## Notice

HFL has elected to reprocure a Framework for the provision of suitable broadband network services for schools, and education settings within Hertfordshire including MATs with a setting in Hertfordshire. The Supplier will provide a fully managed wide area broadband network to enable a high-speed network connection to eligible settings. In line with Government recommendations and the national fibre roll out, schools are expected to move off copper-based connections and move over to fibre solutions. Suppliers are required to continue delivering EoFTTC, FTTC and SOGEA where is it available locally.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/74d2211d-855c-4eaf-a667-75463e3da55d |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Dec 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Jul 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Dec 2024 |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2025 - 31 Jul 2029 |
| 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 | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | HERTS FOR LEARNING LIMITED |
| Locality | HERTFORDSHIRE |
| Post town | Stevenage |
| Postcode | SG1 2ST |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH26 North and East Hertfordshire |
| Local authority | Stevenage |
| Electoral ward | Symonds Green |
| Westminster constituency | Stevenage |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | RM EDUCATION |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72411000 - Internet service providers ISP

## Release History

- 5 Dec 2024 at 09:57 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/74d2211d-855c-4eaf-a667-75463e3da55d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/74d2211d-855c-4eaf-a667-75463e3da55d
  5th December 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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