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title: "Network Strategic Partner for Wide Area Network delivery and support"
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# Network Strategic Partner for Wide Area Network delivery and support

Buyer: WIRRAL BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-eeb6b0f7-27f5-4f2e-b8eb-41af55ceb0bc

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## Summary

The procurement process involves Wirral Borough Council as the buying organisation, which is seeking a strategic partner for the "Network Strategic Partner for Wide Area Network delivery and support." This contract falls under the IT services category and will be located in the North West of England. The procurement is currently at the tender stage, with submissions due by 27th November 2019. The contract is set to commence on 20th January 2020 and will extend for a duration of five years, with the possibility of a one-year extension thereafter. The total value of the contract is £4,220,000 and will be awarded through an open procurement method.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in telecommunications and IT services, particularly those experienced in network design, implementation, and ongoing support. Companies that can provide solutions for voice over internet protocol (VOIP) and possess the capacity to manage extensive data networks will be well-suited to compete for this contract. With a substantial commitment from the council to enhance their telecoms infrastructure, this represents a fruitful avenue for growth for firms looking to engage in long-term public sector partnerships.

## Notice

A single strategic supplier to assist in the design, supply, delivery, implementation and ongoing support / maintenance of the council's telecoms and data network ( wide area network) as well as the replacement of the existing wide area infrastructure. The scope includes the provision of SIP for VOIP and may during the course of the contract also include wider telephony requirements. Contract is for 5 years with the option of a 1+1 extension at the end of year 5. Additional information: The contract is for 5 years starting on 20th January 2020 with the option of a 1+1 extension at the end of year 5.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/16d8742c-ca28-4a7a-819e-02d4ee1c1a7a |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Oct 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Nov 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 20 Jan 2020 - 19 Jan 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £4,220,000 |
| 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 | WIRRAL BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | BIRKENHEAD |
| Post town | Chester |
| Postcode | CH41 5AL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD74 Wirral |
| Local authority | Wirral |
| Electoral ward | Birkenhead and Tranmere |
| Westminster constituency | Birkenhead |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

## Release History

- 29 Oct 2019 at 13:48 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/16d8742c-ca28-4a7a-819e-02d4ee1c1a7a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/16d8742c-ca28-4a7a-819e-02d4ee1c1a7a
  29th October 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.wirral.gov.uk/

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