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title: "Cloud Backup Services for Schools"
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current_stage: "Award"
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# Cloud Backup Services for Schools

Buyer: NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05a5d7

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## Summary

Norfolk County Council has conducted a procurement process for the provision of cloud backup services for schools, awarding the contract to Rydal Communications Limited. This contract, titled "Cloud Backup Services for Schools," falls under the industry category of computer backup services and involves the strategic location of Norfolk, United Kingdom. The open procedure procurement process was officially completed on 20 November 2025, following an award stage. The contract, which holds a gross value of £39,556.80, is set to commence on 1 February 2026 and run through 31 January 2029, with potential extension up to 31 January 2031. A notable aspect of this project is its involvement in the possible future political restructuring in Norfolk, allowing for the contract assignment to successor authorities if applicable.

This procurement presents promising business expansion opportunities, particularly for providers of flexible cloud and on-premise storage solutions. Companies capable of delivering efficient, scalable backup services to educational institutions are well-positioned to capitalise on this market. The project highlights the growing movement towards cloud storage, necessitating solutions that offer flexibility between traditional and emerging technologies, such as Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace. Businesses experienced in servicing government contracts, especially in the IT services domain, will find this procurement particularly aligned with their capabilities and growth strategies.

## Notice

Norfolk County Council has appointed a supplier to provide cloud backup solution for 115 sites. This service will be provided to establishments with an ICT Solutions support contract or in some cases non-contract customers who wish to purchase a backup solution from ourselves. Please note Please note that both Norfolk County Council and Suffolk County Council have approved a devolution deal which is expected to lead to the establishment of a Mayoral Combined County Authority with strategic powers, headed by an elected mayor. Subject to the government laying a Statutory Instrument and to its approval by Parliament to formally establish the new combined authority, the first Mayoral election is expected to be in May 2026. Government has also invited participation by Norfolk in Local Government Review. This process has the potential to lead to unitary local government in Norfolk. The contract may be assigned or novated to any successor authority(ies) to Norfolk County Council or to any joint body incorporating or formed by any such successor. The County Council or a successor authority or joint body may order services on behalf of other local authorities serving any area within Norfolk's current geographical boundaries.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The Contract may be extended by up to 24 months at the Council's discretion.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075817-2025 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Nov 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Nov 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Nov 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Feb 2026 - 31 Jan 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £195,000 |
| Lots value | £195,000 |
| Awards value | £32,964 |
| 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 | NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | NORWICH |
| Post town | Norwich |
| Postcode | NR1 2DH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH5 Norfolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk |
| Local authority | Norwich |
| Electoral ward | Lakenham |
| Westminster constituency | Norwich South |
| Delivery location | TLH15 Norwich and East Norfolk |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | RYDAL COMMUNICATIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72910000 - Computer back-up services

## Release History

- 20 Nov 2025 at 16:22 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075817-2025
- 1 Oct 2025 at 11:17 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061289-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075817-2025
  20th November 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061289-2025
  1st October 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/norfolkcc
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/norfolkcc/aspx/BuyerProfiles
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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