---
title: "WAN & Managed Internet Access"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-052613"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-052613.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "STUDENT LOANS COMPANY"
published: "2025-05-25"
---

# WAN & Managed Internet Access

Buyer: STUDENT LOANS COMPANY  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-052613

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "WAN & Managed Internet Access" project, led by the Student Loans Company, is currently in the planning stage. As a central government public authority located in Darlington, UK, the Student Loans Company is seeking services within the telecommunications industry. This re-procurement initiative is planned to commence on 26th March 2028 and conclude on 26th March 2030, with a future notice date set for 26th December 2027. The estimated value of the contract stands at £4.5 million, and gross at £5.4 million, offering substantial opportunities for businesses with expertise in telecommunications services.

This tender offers significant growth potential for businesses specialising in telecommunications, particularly those with experience in providing Wide Area Network (WAN) and managed internet access services. Given the size and scope of the contract, companies with robust service delivery capabilities, a strong portfolio in public sector collaborations, and the capacity to manage long-term service contracts will find this opportunity particularly appealing. Engaging with such a high-profile project as a provider to a central government body can enhance business credibility and open doors to further opportunities within the public procurement space.

## Notice

WAN & Managed Internet Access - Re-Procurement (GATS/ND)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027423-2025 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 26 Dec 2027 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 26 Mar 2028 - 26 Mar 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £4,500,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | STUDENT LOANS COMPANY |
| Locality | DARLINGTON |
| Post town | Darlington |
| Postcode | DL1 1RW |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC3 Tees Valley |
| ITL 3 | TLC33 Darlington |
| Local authority | Darlington |
| Electoral ward | Red Hall & Lingfield |
| Westminster constituency | Darlington |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 64 - Postal and telecommunications services

### Codes

- 64200000 - Telecommunications services

## Release History

- 25 May 2025 at 17:32 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027423-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027423-2025
  25th May 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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