--- title: "Mobile Voice and Data Services 2" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04fc61" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-04fc61" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04fc61.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04fc61.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE" published: "2026-03-06" --- # Mobile Voice and Data Services 2 Buyer: CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04fc61 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-04fc61) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04fc61.json) ## Summary The Crown Commercial Service is currently in the tender stage of the procurement process for the Mobile Voice and Data Services 2 contract, with the deadline for submissions set for 21st April 2026. This initiative aims to replace the existing agreement expiring in December 2026. It falls under the services category, focusing on telecommunication and related equipment, including consultancy and auditing services. The procurement employs an open method, allowing broad participation. Contracts under this framework will cover numerous regions, including the United Kingdom and several overseas territories such as Gibraltar and Bermuda. Interested businesses should note critical engagement dates, such as the enquiry period ending on 27th March 2026. This tender offers considerable opportunities for business growth, particularly for Mobile Network Operators, Mobile Virtual Network Operators, and re-sellers. By participating, companies can access a comprehensive framework to provide mobile solutions and consulting services, catering to varying client needs, including complex security requirements and advisory services. The framework agreement also facilitates award processes with and without competition, promoting flexibility and potential expansion into various UK and international markets. Businesses with strengths in telecommunications, consultancy, and device management should consider this opportunity for increasing market presence and leveraging new procurement regulations. ## Notice RM6391 Mobile Voice and Data Services 2 (MVDS2) is the proposed replacement for the RM6261 Mobile Voice and Data Services agreement (MVDS) which expires in December 2026. MVDS2 seeks to build upon the success of MVDS by maintaining the existing competitive airtime offering through a rationalised lot structure, focussing on making optional services such as devices, mobile device management etcetera easier to procure on a standalone basis. The lot structure intends to maintain the existing supplier base primarily with the Mobile Network Operators (MNO's), Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs) and re-sellers. The lots will be as follows: Lot 1 - Mobile Catalogue and Optional Services Lot 2 - Mobile Solutions Lot 3 - Telecommunications Audit and Advisory Services MVDS2 will create a compliant framework that leverages the benefits of the new Procurement Regulations, the Procurement Act 2023 (PA23) adopting new mechanisms for Award with and without Competition. ### Lot Information Mobile Catalogue and Optional Services Access to UK, international, roaming airtime, calls, SMS and data, device hardware, accessories, support services, MDM and supplementary services. This lot will also offer the inclusion of Optional Services. This includes, access to allow purchase of standalone services such as international roaming packages, device hardware, accessories, support services, mobile device management. Catalogue based, standardised airtime packages and optional services will form the basis of procurements through this lot. Renewal: The Framework Conract will be established for 24 months with two possible further extensions of 12 months each. Mobile Solutions Access to UK, international, roaming airtime, calls, SMS and data, device hardware, accessories, support services, mobile device management and supplementary services. Allows customers with large mobile estates to compete and/or tailor services to fit business needs such as more complex security requirements and exit management criteria. Competitive flexible processes will be enabled through this lot. Renewal: The Framework Conract will be established for 24 months with two possible further extensions of 12 months each. Telecommunications Audit and Advisory Services Auditing and recommendations services that enable customers to understand and optimise their consumption models through commoditised audit packages (eg. Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Platinum). On-going benefits realisation advisory services will also be available. Renewal: The Framework Conract will be established for 24 months with two possible further extensions of 12 months each. ### Planning Information Further information regarding industry engagement events and contact information can be found on our webpage https://www.crowncommercial.gov.uk/agreements/RM6391 ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020230-2026 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning, Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 6 Mar 2026 | | Submission deadline | 21 Apr 2026 | | Future notice date | 4 Mar 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 16 Sep 2026 - 16 Sep 2028 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £1,500,000,000 | | Lots value | £1,500,000,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE | | Locality | LIVERPOOL | | Post town | Liverpool | | Postcode | L3 9PP | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside | | ITL 3 | TLD72 Liverpool | | Local authority | Liverpool | | Electoral ward | City Centre North | | Westminster constituency | Liverpool Riverside | | Delivery location | TLL Wales, TLM Scotland, TLN Northern Ireland | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting - 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment - 48 - Software package and information systems - 64 - Postal and telecommunications services - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 31712112 - SIM cards - 32000000 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment - 48620000 - Operating systems - 64000000 - Postal and telecommunications services - 71316000 - Telecommunication consultancy services - 72150000 - Computer audit consultancy and hardware consultancy services - 72212730 - Security software development services - 72220000 - Systems and technical consultancy services - 72590000 - Computer-related professional services - 79212000 - Auditing services ## Release History - 6 Mar 2026 at 10:09 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020230-2026 - 17 Apr 2025 at 08:20 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015744-2025 - 3 Apr 2025 at 08:14 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012670-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020230-2026 6th March 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015744-2025 17th April 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012670-2025 3rd April 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-12942 ## Notice URLs - https://crowncommercialservice.bravosolution.co.uk - https://www.crowncommercial.gov.uk/agreements/RM6391 - https://www.gov.uk/ccs - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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