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title: "Microsoft Teams Rooms Solution - Videoconferencing Refresh (con_12389)"
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# Microsoft Teams Rooms Solution - Videoconferencing Refresh (con_12389)

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-db86d55f-9e15-46e9-8c1b-8db0abea1fc4

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## Summary

The Department for Education (DfE) has successfully completed a tender for the "Microsoft Teams Rooms Solution - Videoconferencing Refresh" project, with a total contract value of £210,804 GBP. This procurement, classified under the CPV code for video-conferencing equipment, aimed to replace ageing hardware due to increasing issues and the end-of-life status of existing devices. The procurement method utilised was a selective approach through a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender process concluded on 12th November 2021, with the contract period commencing on 1st December 2021 and ending on 31st March 2022.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in video-conferencing solutions and related technology, particularly those that can supply reliable and innovative equipment. Companies with the capability to address the specific needs of the education sector or that have experience in similar refresh projects would be well-positioned to compete. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to engage, given the reported suitability status, potentially tapping into a growing demand for enhanced communication technology in educational environments.

## Notice

The Department for Education (DfE) uses Microsoft Teams Rooms as it's strategic videoconferencing solution. The present solution that is currently rolled out across the DfE is experiencing increased problems, and the existing core videoconferencing devices are now end-of-life (EOL), and end-of-warranty. The DfE are procuring new videoconferencing equipment to replace the core EOL equipment, with the aim of addressing the current issues experienced with videoconferencing, to deliver a more reliable service.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8900f065-9d0f-4f71-8e3d-168fbc81acf5 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Nov 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Nov 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 Nov 2021 |
| Contract period | 1 Dec 2021 - 31 Mar 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £210,804 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £210,804 |
| 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 | SHEFFIELD |
| Post town | Sheffield |
| Postcode | S1 2FJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE3 South Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE32 Sheffield |
| Local authority | Sheffield |
| Electoral ward | City |
| Westminster constituency | Sheffield Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | INSIGHT DIRECT (UK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 32232000 - Video-conferencing equipment

## Release History

- 29 Nov 2021 at 15:48 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8900f065-9d0f-4f71-8e3d-168fbc81acf5

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8900f065-9d0f-4f71-8e3d-168fbc81acf5
  29th November 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/7db511e6-6be4-44d6-bc51-e1750223c440
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