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title: "Direct Internet Access"
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# Direct Internet Access

Buyer: WELLAND PROCUREMENT UNIT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f5fa203e-d45d-461f-b554-b25be457723d

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## Summary

The Welland Procurement Unit has completed the procurement process for a contract titled "Direct Internet Access," targeting internet services within the industry category of Internet Services (CPV: 72400000). This three-year contract, awarded to Vodafone, involves internet provision and connectivity, including two managed internet connections into Natborough and a single line for Whetstone depot. The contract, valued at £115,950, starts on 1st June 2024 and will conclude on 31st May 2027. The procurement method used was a direct award, reflecting a streamlined procurement process for immediate requirements.

This tender offers significant opportunities for business growth, especially for entities specialising in high-capacity internet service provision. Although direct awards may limit wider competition, businesses with established reputations, such as large-scale providers like Vodafone, are well-suited to participate in similar opportunities. Companies looking to expand their footprint in public sector contracts and establish longer-term service agreements would particularly benefit from securing such contracts that ensure a steady revenue stream and contribute to their business stability and growth.

## Notice

3 year contract for internet provision and connectivity from Vodafone for two managed internet connections into Natborough, one at 1GB and one at 5GB, and a single line coming in to Whetstone depot at 1GB.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7f7dc023-56f2-4268-aa3e-199268c0021a |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - Direct Award |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Jan 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 1 May 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 May 2024 |
| Contract period | 31 May 2024 - 31 May 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £115,950 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £115,950 |
| 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 | WELLAND PROCUREMENT UNIT |
| Locality | NARBOROUGH |
| Post town | Leicester |
| Postcode | LE19 2EP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland |
| Local authority | Blaby |
| Electoral ward | Narborough & Littlethorpe |
| Westminster constituency | South Leicestershire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | VODAFONE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72400000 - Internet services

## Release History

- 30 Jan 2025 at 12:05 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7f7dc023-56f2-4268-aa3e-199268c0021a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7f7dc023-56f2-4268-aa3e-199268c0021a
  30th January 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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