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title: "MPLS Connectivity Hub"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-eff312c0-ab68-4c99-83ea-4daac06b54aa"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL"
published: "2020-06-10"
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# MPLS Connectivity Hub

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-eff312c0-ab68-4c99-83ea-4daac06b54aa

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "MPLS Connectivity Hub" was conducted by the Defra Network eTendering Portal, focusing on IT services, specifically consulting and software development. The contract, valued at £1,500,000, was awarded as part of a selective procurement method through a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract period commenced on 1st April 2019 and concludes on 31st March 2021. The procurement process is complete, with the notice published on 10th June 2020.

This contract presents significant growth opportunities for businesses involved in IT services, particularly those with capabilities in consulting, software development, and support. Companies that are well-suited for participation include larger technology firms that can meet the procurement requirements and deliver robust solutions within the specified contract period. Engaging in similar tenders can help these businesses expand their portfolios with public sector clients.

## Notice

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## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a9a0a006-b3d3-4be8-a73b-9b9f878c0dbe |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Jun 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Mar 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Mar 2019 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2019 - 31 Mar 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,500,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,500,000 |
| 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 | DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 4DF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CORE TECHNOLOGY SYSTEMS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 10 Jun 2020 at 09:42 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a9a0a006-b3d3-4be8-a73b-9b9f878c0dbe

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a9a0a006-b3d3-4be8-a73b-9b9f878c0dbe
  10th June 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/972c4da8-1724-4828-8273-bf34d941c6fc
  n/a

## Provenance

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