---
title: "Text Messaging Services - Via Exception to Quotation"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-055170"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-055170.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE CITY OF LIVERPOOL COLLEGE"
published: "2025-06-23"
---

# Text Messaging Services - Via Exception to Quotation

Buyer: THE CITY OF LIVERPOOL COLLEGE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-055170

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## Summary

This procurement process, managed by The City of Liverpool College, pertains to the acquisition of Text Messaging Services under the initiative titled "Text Messaging Services - Via Exception to Quotation". Categorised within the telecommunications sector, this contract is located in Liverpool, United Kingdom. The process has reached the award stage, scheduled to be signed on 23 June 2025, with the service period beginning on 24 June 2025 and terminating on 31 July 2028. Procurement was carried out via direct method, specifically below the threshold without competition, highlighting a concession special regime.

The awarded contract presents significant growth opportunities especially for SMEs, as it aligns with their suitability features. Given its telecommunication classification, companies proficient in text messaging services or telecommunications supply would benefit from competing in such tenders. The contract with Reach-Data Ltd, valued at £72,800 in net terms, underscores a vibrant platform for businesses specialising in telecommunication solutions, positioning themselves for future tenders or service expansions within the Liverpool region. Such tenders provide SMEs with leverage to strengthen their market presence and amplify their service offerings in public procurement projects.

## Notice

Text messaging credits to be purchased over a 3 x year period

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034283-2025 |
| Notice type | UK5 - Transparency Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Jun 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Jun 2025 |
| Contract period | 23 Jun 2025 - 31 Jul 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £72,800 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Pending |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE CITY OF LIVERPOOL COLLEGE |
| Locality | THE LEARNING EXCHANGE, LIVERPOOL |
| Post town | Liverpool |
| Postcode | L1 9DW |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD72 Liverpool |
| Local authority | Liverpool |
| Electoral ward | Canning |
| Westminster constituency | Liverpool Riverside |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | REACH-DATA |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 64 - Postal and telecommunications services

### Codes

- 64220000 - Telecommunication services except telephone and data transmission services

## Release History

- 23 Jun 2025 at 09:20 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034283-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034283-2025
  23rd June 2025 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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