--- title: "Framework for the Provision of Broadband Services" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-e07b2b8e-b5c5-49a7-8b90-0850bdde84a8" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-e07b2b8e-b5c5-49a7-8b90-0850bdde84a8" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e07b2b8e-b5c5-49a7-8b90-0850bdde84a8.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e07b2b8e-b5c5-49a7-8b90-0850bdde84a8.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "HEART ACADEMIES TRUST" published: "2024-09-27" --- # Framework for the Provision of Broadband Services Buyer: HEART ACADEMIES TRUST Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e07b2b8e-b5c5-49a7-8b90-0850bdde84a8 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-e07b2b8e-b5c5-49a7-8b90-0850bdde84a8) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e07b2b8e-b5c5-49a7-8b90-0850bdde84a8.json) ## Summary The HEART Academies Trust is soliciting bids for a framework contract titled "Provision of Broadband Services". The procurement is currently in the tender stage and covers various industry categories, including telecommunications and internet services. The central aim is to engage a single supplier capable of delivering superior broadband management services catering to the education sector and other small to medium-sized public sector organisations. The service scope includes lease lines, failover lines, FTTP connections, wireless access points, and VOIP telephony services. The procurement process follows an open procedure, and the tender period concludes on 30th September 2024. The contract is valued at £165,000,000, set to commence on 25th October 2024 and conclude on 24th October 2028, with service delivery spanning across the United Kingdom and potentially other territories. This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in broadband and telecommunication services to expand their influence within the public sector. Companies with proven technical competencies and a commitment to delivering high-quality and economically efficient services are well-positioned to compete. This contract especially suits businesses that can provide comprehensive broadband solutions to educational and smaller public sector entities. Additionally, the selection process incorporates a balanced evaluation of commercial viability, service quality, and social value, making it an attractive proposition for SMEs and VCSEs aiming to grow their market presence. ## Notice HEART are looking to appoint a single Supplier who will offer the best value for money, demonstrate technical competency and deliver all Broadband Services requirements as stated in this specification. It is anticipated that these services will be promoted and accessed by the Education sector and other small to medium sized public sector organisations but for the avoidance of doubt, is open to any public sector contracting authority. The Broadband Management Services will consist of, but are not restricted to: Broadband Services: lease lines, failover lines, FTTP connections. Wireless Access Points Telephony Services: Voice Over Internet Protocol (VOIP). Additional information: HEART are looking to appoint a single Supplier who will offer the best value for money, demonstrate technical competency and deliver all Broadband Services requirements as stated in this specification. It is anticipated that these services will be promoted and accessed by the Education sector and other small to medium sized public sector organisations but for the avoidance of doubt, is open to any public sector contracting authority. The Broadband Management Services will consist of, but are not restricted to: Broadband Services: lease lines, failover lines, FTTP connections. Wireless Access Points Telephony Services: Voice Over Internet Protocol (VOIP). Evaluation Weighting: Commercial: 30.0% Quality: 50.0% Social: 20.0% ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/40ac15d5-5a53-442f-80f1-046ce251380d | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 27 Sep 2024 | | Submission deadline | 1 Oct 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 24 Oct 2024 - 24 Oct 2028 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £165,000,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | HEART ACADEMIES TRUST | | Locality | BEDFORD | | Post town | Milton Keynes | | Postcode | MK41 7PZ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLH East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire | | ITL 3 | TLH24 Bedford | | Local authority | Bedford | | Electoral ward | De Parys | | Westminster constituency | Bedford | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment - 64 - Postal and telecommunications services - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ### Codes - 32000000 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment - 64200000 - Telecommunications services - 72400000 - Internet services ## Release History - 27 Sep 2024 at 13:07 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/40ac15d5-5a53-442f-80f1-046ce251380d - 30 Aug 2024 at 18:32 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/40ac15d5-5a53-442f-80f1-046ce251380d - 30 Aug 2024 at 18:31 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/40ac15d5-5a53-442f-80f1-046ce251380d ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/40ac15d5-5a53-442f-80f1-046ce251380d 27th September 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://cimple.uk/detail/424046 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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