Published date: 11 August 2022
Last edited date: 26 September 2022
This notice was replaced on 22 December 2022
This notice does not contain the most up-to-date information about this procurement. The most recent notice is:
Awarded contract (published 22 December 2022, last edited 19 August 2024)
Closed opportunity - This means that the contract is currently closed. The buying department may be considering suppliers that have already applied, or no suitable offers were made.
Contract summary
Industry
SIM cards - 31712112
Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment - 32000000
Operating systems - 48620000
Postal and telecommunications services - 64000000
Telecommunication consultancy services - 71316000
Computer audit consultancy and hardware consultancy services - 72150000
Security software development services - 72212730
Systems and technical consultancy services - 72220000
Computer-related professional services - 72590000
Auditing services - 79212000
Location of contract
United Kingdom
Value of contract
£2,518,000,000
Procurement reference
RM6261
Published date
11 August 2022
Closing date
27 September 2022
Closing time
11am
Contract start date
13 December 2022
Contract end date
12 December 2024
Contract type
Service contract
Procedure type
Open procedure (above threshold)
Any interested supplier may submit a tender in response to an opportunity notice.
This procedure can be used for procurements above the relevant contract value threshold.
Contract is suitable for SMEs?
Yes
Contract is suitable for VCSEs?
No
Description
Crown Commercial Service (CCS) as the Authority intends to put in place an agreement for the provision of mobile voice and data services (including hardware) and ancillary services (Telecommunications Audit & Health Check and Professional Services) in support of the mobile voice and data services to be utilised by or on behalf of the UK public sector and their associated bodies and agencies, the voluntary sector, charities and or other private organisations acting as managing agents or procuring on behalf of the public sector delivering services of a public nature. It is intended that this commercial agreement will be the recommended vehicle for all mobile voice and data requirements.
The policy drivers supporting the development and procurement of this Framework Agreement are to provide buyers with a route to market compliant with UK Law, achieving best value through leveraging public sector spend, improve the buying of mobile voice and data services in the UK public sector and to provide buyers with access to high quality mobile voice and data services.
More information
Previous notice about this procurement
Mobile Voice and Data Services
- Future opportunity
- Published 18 May 2021
Attachments
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- RM6261 Attachment 2e PPN 06_21 Carbon Reduction Plan template v1.0.odt
- Bidding documents
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- RM6261 Attachment 4 Information and declaration workbook v1.0.xlsx
- Bidding documents
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- RM6261 Attachment 5a Gold FVRA Tool (Lots 1 and 2) v1.0..xlsx
- Bidding documents
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- RM6261 Attachment 5b Bronze FVRA Tool (Lots 3 and 4) v1.0.xlsx
- Bidding documents
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- RM6261 Attachment 6 Consortia details v1.0.xlsx
- Bidding documents
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- RM6261 Attachment 7 Key subcontractor details v1.0.xlsx
- Bidding documents
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- RM6261 Attachment 8 Frequently Asked Questions v1.0.xlsx
- Bidding documents
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- RM6261 Attachment 9 Intent to Guarantee v1.0.docx
- Bidding documents
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- RM6261 Customer List v0.1.docx
- Annexes to the Contract
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- RM6261 Attachment 3b - Lot 2 Pricing Matrix v1.1.xlsx
- Bidding documents
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- RM6261 Attachment 3c - Lot 3 Pricing Matrix v1.1.xlsx
- Bidding documents
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- RM6261 Attachment 3d - Lot 4 Pricing Matrix v1.1.xlsx
- Bidding documents
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- RM6261 Attachment 2a Selection Questionnaire v1.3.xlsx
- Bidding documents
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- RM6261 Attachment 2 How to bid v1.5 (Tracked changes).pdf
- Bidding documents
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- RM6261 Attachment 2 How to bid v1.5.docx
- Bidding documents
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- RM6261 Attachment 3a - Lot 1 Pricing Matrix v1.5.xlsx
- Bidding documents
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- RM6261 Attachment 1 About the Framework v1.3 (tracked changes).pdf
- Bidding documents
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- RM6261 Attachment 1 About the Framework v1.3.docx
- Bidding documents
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- RM6261 Attachment 10 Framework Contract Documents v2.1.zip
- Bidding documents
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- RM6261 Attachment 10 Framework Contract Documents v2.1 pdf.zip
- Bidding documents
Links
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- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022161-2022
- Notice of planned procurement
Additional text
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On 2.4.2014 Government introduced its Government Security Classifications (GSC) scheme which replaced the Government Protective Marking Scheme (GPMS). A key aspect is the reduction in the number of security classifications used. All bidders should make themselves aware of the changes as it may impact this requirement. This link provides information on the GSC at: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-security-classifications
Cyber Essentials is a mandatory requirement for Central Government contracts which involve handling personal information or provide certain ICT products/services. Government is taking steps to reduce the levels of cyber security risk in its supply chain through the Cyber Essentials scheme. The scheme defines a set of controls which, when implemented, will provide organisations with basic protection from the most prevalent forms of threat coming from the internet. To participate in this procurement, bidders must be able to demonstrate they comply with the technical requirements prescribed by Cyber Essentials, for services under and in connection with this procurement.
Refer to https://www.ncsc.gov.uk/information/cyber-essentials-faqs for more information.
PLEASE NOTE:
All certificates issued prior to 1 April 2020 or before 30 June 2020 on the existing scheme are valid until 30 June 2021. This includes those issued by Accreditation Bodies other than IASME.
On 30 June 2021, any certificate issued under the old scheme will expire.
Some purchases under this framework Agreement may have requirements that can be met under this Framework Agreement but the purchase of which may be exempt from the Procurement Regulations (as defined in Attachment 1 - About the framework within the invitation to tender documentation). In such cases, Call-offs from this Framework will be unregulated purchases for the purposes of the Procurement Regulations, and the buyers may, at their discretion, modify the terms of the Framework and any Call-off Contracts to reflect that buyer's specific needs.
CCS reserves the right to award a framework to any bidder whose final score is within 5% of the last position for Lots 1, 2 and 3.
Bidders for Lot 4 will need to meet all quality and price thresholds in order to be awarded a Framework for this Lot.
Registering for access:
This procurement will be managed electronically via the eSourcing suite. This will be the route for sharing all information and communicating with bidders. If you have recently registered on the eSourcing suite for another CCS procurement you can use the same account for this new procurement. If not, you will first need to register your organisation on the portal.
Use the following link for information on how register and use the eSourcing tool: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/esourcing-tool-guidance-for-suppliers
For assistance please contact the eSourcing Help desk operated by email at eEnablement@crowncommercial.gov.uk or call 0345 410 2222.
About the buyer
Contact name
The Minister for the Cabinet Office acting through Crown Commercial Service
Address
9th Floor, The Capital, Old Hall Street
Liverpool
L3 9PP
England
Telephone
+44 3450103503
supplier@crowncommercial.gov.uk
Website
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