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title: "NPTC - Unified Communications"
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# NPTC - Unified Communications

Buyer: NPTC GROUP OF COLLEGES  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06ae79

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## Summary

The NPTC Group of Colleges is currently in the tendering stage for a Unified Communications project aimed at enhancing communications within the institution. Located in Neath, United Kingdom, the college seeks to leverage Microsoft Teams for improved telephony services. The procurement falls within the services industry category, covering installation and maintenance of communications equipment, with a primary focus on desktop communication software development. This procurement process follows an open method with a competitive flexible procedure, and the key deadline for tender submissions is 1st July 2026, with the award period anticipated to conclude by 13th May 2027.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for companies specialising in communications system installation and maintenance, especially those experienced with Microsoft Teams. It is well-suited for SMEs and VCSEs, as these types of businesses can leverage their flexibility and innovative capabilities to meet the project's demands. With a gross contract value of £503,998.80, this procurement aligns with above-threshold service opportunities, making it an attractive proposition for businesses looking to expand into educational sector services. Additionally, the contract includes potential renewals, offering longer-term engagement prospects for successful bidders.

## Notice

At Neath Port Talbot College (T/A NPTC Group of Colleges) communication is key to how we-engage with our students, staff and businesses. Whilst the telephone system has vastly reduced in recent years, with other forms of communication being more prevalent, a telephone still has its place in many areas including during enrolment and daily College operations Currently the College has one Microsoft Team telephony system with one Contact Centre system that integrates with a Customer Relations Management solution. The College is seeking ways in which to leverage the full potential of Microsoft Teams telephony system whilst ensuring that calls are directed to the appropriate team to deliver the best experience for our students, staff and businesses. AI and advanced analytics are exploratory at this stage and will be assessed for future potential rather than assumed as in-scope deliverables. The NPTC are seeking to publish a competitive tender for a Unified Communications.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Extensions allowed: Yes (2 x 12 months)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061095-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Jul 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 12 May 2027 - 12 May 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £419,999 |
| Lots value | £419,999 |
| 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 | NPTC GROUP OF COLLEGES |
| Locality | NEATH |
| Post town | Swansea |
| Postcode | SA10 7RF |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL4 Mid and South West Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL44 Neath Port Talbot |
| Local authority | Neath Port Talbot |
| Electoral ward | Bryn-coch South |
| Westminster constituency | Neath and Swansea East |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services
- 51 - Installation services (except software)
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 50334400 - Communications system maintenance services
- 51300000 - Installation services of communications equipment
- 72212511 - Desktop communications software development services

## Release History

- 30 Jun 2026 at 09:48 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061095-2026
- 5 Jun 2026 at 10:20 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053227-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061095-2026
  30th June 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053227-2026
  5th June 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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