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Communication and Connectivity Products and Services Framework

Crescent Purchasing Consortium Limited · Tender notice on Find a Tender

Tender information last checkedLast checked 25 Sept 2026, 07:06.

Opportunity overview

CPC intends to put a Framework in place for the supply of Unified Communications and Telephony, Mobile Communications and Broadband Network Services, open to both manufacturers and resellers that will offer additional benefits through collaborative and innovative partnerships with CPC Members. The Framework will be for the supply of a wide range of communication & connectivity products and services and the provision of support services, to be purchased in varying quantities during the Framework period. The framework will be open to current and future CPC member institutions across the UK (https://www.thecpc.ac.uk/members), including eligible organisations registered on the UK Register of Learning Providers with a valid UKPRN (https://www.ukrlp.co.uk/). and will also be made available for use by all eligible wider public sector contracting authorities via Crescent Services (https://www.thecpc.ac.uk/members/csl). Please see link to Multiquote to access this opportunity CA18183 https://suppliers.multiquote.com/Page/Login.aspx?u=true&r=Home.aspx

Classification

  • CPV32250000 — Mobile telephones
  • CPV32412000 — Communications network
  • CPV32412100 — Telecommunications network
  • CPV32510000 — Wireless telecommunications system
  • CPV32524000 — Telecommunications system
  • CPV32570000 — Communications equipment
  • CPV48219700 — Communications server software package
  • CPV50330000 — Maintenance services of telecommunications equipment
  • CPV50331000 — Repair and maintenance services of telecommunications lines
  • CPV50332000 — Telecommunications-infrastructure maintenance services
  • CPV64227000 — Integrated telecommunications services
  • CPV72315100 — Data network support services
  • CPV72315200 — Data network management services
  • CPV72700000 — Computer network services
  • CPV72710000 — Local area network services
  • CPV72720000 — Wide area network services

Lots

  • Unified Communications and Telephony£2.5m
  • Mobile Communications £2.5m
  • Broadband Network Services£2.5m
  • Integrated Communications and Connectivity Solution£2.5m

Documents and notices

Published notice details

Additional information from the published procurement release. Fields appear only when supplied by the source; check the original notice and tender documents before acting.

Scope, procedure and submissions

Id
CA18183
Status
active
Procurement Method
open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Main Procurement Category
goods
Above Threshold
Yes
How to submit
To access this opportunity, log in to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity. If you are not registered with MultiQuote, please visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com, complete the registration form on the log in page and quote the title and reference of the notice in your registration.

Legal basis

Id
2023/54
Scheme
UKPGA

Participation Fees

Entry 1
Description
description
Id
ocds-h6vhtk-06cd3f

Type

win

Techniques

Has Framework Agreement
Yes

Framework Agreement

Maximum Participants
8
Method
withAndWithoutReopeningCompetition
Type
closed
Description
Framework Agreement

Submission terms

Electronic Submission Policy
allowed

Languages

en

Tender Period

Ends
11 Sept 2026, 13:00

Enquiry period

Ends
13 Aug 2026, 23:00

Expected award period

Ends
1 Dec 2026, 23:59

Lots and requirements

Entry 1
Id
1
Title
Unified Communications and Telephony
Description
This Lot is for the provision and installation of telephone / communication systems as well as the provision for individual standalone devices, supply of hardware and relevant products and services including consultancy. Including but not limited to The supply of communications software, hardware, installation, training and support of communications supplies, services, and solutions whereby users can use a multitude of different devices such as physical phones, software on laptops, PC’s, and apps on mobiles to make and receive calls via a centralised telephony platform. The Lot will focus upon the supply, installation, and setup of telephony platforms using current, supported methods of making and receiving calls over data connectivity as opposed to end of life infrastructure such as Analogue, PSTN, ISDN. However, should such legacy ‘end of life’ equipment and services be required by Participating Public Sector Bodies, such can be provided from this lot for such time as they are available and supported. The Lot will also provide the intelligent combining of voice, video, instant messaging, mobile voice and data, and other multimedia services in a bespoke way depending on the end users’ needs. This Lot covers all encompassing solutions offering for example Desktop Agent/Supervisor, Contact Centre, Video Conferencing and Email/Text management functionality. Software and hardware offered is expected to include as a minimum the following key areas: • Servers. • Telephony. • Unified Messaging. • IP Phones and Softphones. • Licenses. • Implementation Services. • Operations Support and Maintenance. • Training. The Lot also provides access to IP Telephony, Voice Over IP Services and Call Tariff Packages; encompasses the provision and support of IP ‘replacement’ solutions These may be: • Voice over IP (VoIP) gateways for connection of external calls using PABX systems • LAN-based IP telephones. • Integrated desktop/ laptop IP telephony applications. • Session Initiated Protocol (SIP) based services for voice calls over internet/ intranet/ extranet services. • It also incorporates Third Party Billing Analysis and Management etc. as relevant to the SIP environment. The Lot also provides access to omni-channel/multi-media communications solutions and the suite of software, supplies and services as part of a wider unified communication/telephony solution. It is expressly noted that such unified communications solutions can be provided either as on-premise solutions, off-premise cloud solutions or hybrid solutions combining elements of both on-premise and cloud based solutions. Recognising modern trends toward remote and home working, Participating Public Sector Bodies also require solutions that support and deliver remote and home working unified communications/telephony solutions.
Status
active
Has Renewal
Yes

Value

Including VAT
3,000,000
Amount
2,500,000
Currency
GBP

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
price
Name
Price
Description
Price

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
50
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 2
Type
quality
Name
Quality
Description
Quality

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
50
Weight
percentageExact

Suitability

Sme
Yes
Vcse
Yes

Contract period

Starts
1 Dec 2026, 00:00
Ends
30 Nov 2029, 23:59
Max Extent Date
30 Nov 2030, 23:59

Renewal

Description
Extensions allowed: Yes (1 x 12 months)
Entry 2
Id
2
Title
Mobile Communications
Description
The Lot will provide access to all aspects of mobile communications and services by Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) and their Resellers - i.e., handsets, other devices, airtime, and value added services. It is anticipated Tenderers may be MNOs and/or their channel partners (e.g., value added sellers, service providers etc). Key Supply/Service Areas: The key supplies, services and solutions will include, but will not be limited to: • The supply of business mobile plans, consisting of minutes, texts, and data, across various networks, and the ability to provide a mixture of networks on a single plan. • The supply of mobile devices across all manufacturers. • The supply of mobile data sims and devices enabling access to the internet throughout the UK. • The supply of multi network SIMS. • Access to the use of multiple networks thus ensuring 100% coverage anywhere in the UK, ensuring no impact to business operations based upon geographical location of office locations or remote working locations. • Network services that will include all the security, compliance, content management and filtering in order to address the security and compliance needs of the Participating Public Sector Body including, where relevant the safeguarding of educational establishment students whilst they utilise, the communications equipment provided to them. • The supply of mobile broadband supplies and services. • Consultancy.
Status
active
Has Renewal
Yes

Value

Including VAT
3,000,000
Amount
2,500,000
Currency
GBP

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
price
Name
Price
Description
Price

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
50
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 2
Type
quality
Name
Quality
Description
Quality

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
50
Weight
percentageExact

Suitability

Sme
Yes
Vcse
Yes

Contract period

Starts
1 Dec 2026, 00:00
Ends
30 Nov 2029, 23:59
Max Extent Date
30 Nov 2030, 23:59

Renewal

Description
Extensions allowed: Yes (1 x 12 months)
Entry 3
Id
3
Title
Broadband Network Services
Description
This Lot is designed to deliver but is not limited to provision and install of Broadband Network Services, supply of hardware and relevant products and services including support and, consultancy. The supply, setup and support of networks and associated networking services. It addresses the supply and support of networks and associated networking services for the provision of managed connectivity for high bandwidth secure services and other communications and telecommunications requirements. This Lot also encompasses the provision and support of digital connections, network equipment and servers, along with associated support services within premises, and will include Managed LAN services and Wi-Fi. Key Supply/Service Areas: Key supplies, services and solutions will include, but will not be limited to: • The provision of managed data services, varying from single site internet facing fibre connections, to gigabyte ethernet connections boasting speeds of up to 1,000 mbyte. • Secure connectivity to data centres as well as private networks spanning multiple locations. • The provision of internal cabling infrastructure, routers, and Wi-Fi. • The transmission of voice and data is within the brick walls and across the locations of Participating Public Sector Bodies. • The provision of Wide Area Network (WAN), Virtual Private Network (VPN) and Broadband Services; providing access to the full range of WAN and data services including Managed Networks (e.g., WANs or VPNs). • The provision and support of external digital/ data network connections. • The provision and support of digital connections, network equipment and servers. • Associated support services within premises within the cloud or hybrid and will include Managed LAN services and Wi-Fi, where incorporated as part of a Managed LAN environment.
Status
active
Has Renewal
Yes

Value

Including VAT
3,000,000
Amount
2,500,000
Currency
GBP

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
price
Name
Price
Description
Price

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
50
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 2
Type
quality
Name
Quality
Description
Quality

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
50
Weight
percentageExact

Suitability

Sme
Yes
Vcse
Yes

Contract period

Starts
1 Dec 2026, 00:00
Ends
30 Nov 2029, 23:59
Max Extent Date
30 Nov 2030, 23:59

Renewal

Description
Extensions allowed: Yes (1 x 12 months)
Entry 4
Id
4
Title
Integrated Communications and Connectivity Solution
Description
Lot 4 is intended to provide CPC Members and eligible wider public sector organisations with access to an integrated, end-to-end communications and connectivity solution covering the full scope of Lots 1, 2 and 3. This Lot is designed for Tenderers that are able to deliver a complete managed solution incorporating Unified Communications and Telephony, Mobile Communications, and Broadband Network Services under a single coordinated service model. This Lot will support organisations seeking a consolidated approach to their communications and connectivity requirements, enabling the procurement of multiple related services through one supplier arrangement where appropriate. Solutions may include, but are not limited to, the design, supply, installation, implementation, management, support and ongoing development of telephony and unified communications platforms, mobile communications services, broadband and network connectivity, associated hardware, software, licences, security, reporting, billing, consultancy and service management. If you are applying for Lot 4, it is advised that you also apply for Lots 1, 2 and 3 to enable Members to access the full range of standalone and integrated communications and connectivity services through the Framework, and to ensure that your organisation can be considered for both individual Lot requirements and end-to-end integrated solutions. Lot 4 is intended to support Members who require a single supplier to provide a joined-up communications and connectivity provision, with clear account management, consistent service standards, streamlined contract management and coordinated technical support across the full range of services. This may be particularly beneficial where Members require multi-site, multi-service or strategically integrated solutions that combine voice, mobile, data, broadband, network and associated support services. Tenderers can apply for one or more lots and will not be disadvantaged if bidding for a single lot, or multiple lots. Please note that Tenderers will not be able to request consideration for additional Lots once the tender closes.
Status
active
Has Renewal
Yes

Value

Including VAT
3,000,000
Amount
2,500,000
Currency
GBP

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
price
Name
Price
Description
Price

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
50
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 2
Type
quality
Name
Quality
Description
Quality

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
50
Weight
percentageExact

Suitability

Sme
Yes
Vcse
Yes

Contract period

Starts
1 Dec 2026, 00:00
Ends
30 Nov 2029, 23:59
Max Extent Date
30 Nov 2030, 23:59

Renewal

Description
Extensions allowed: Yes (1 x 12 months)

Items and delivery

Item 1
Id
1
Related Lot
1

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
64227000
Description
Integrated telecommunications services
Entry 2
Scheme
CPV
Id
32570000
Description
Communications equipment
Entry 3
Scheme
CPV
Id
50330000
Description
Maintenance services of telecommunications equipment
Entry 4
Scheme
CPV
Id
50332000
Description
Telecommunications-infrastructure maintenance services

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UK
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Item 2
Id
2
Related Lot
2

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
32510000
Description
Wireless telecommunications system
Entry 2
Scheme
CPV
Id
32412100
Description
Telecommunications network
Entry 3
Scheme
CPV
Id
50332000
Description
Telecommunications-infrastructure maintenance services
Entry 4
Scheme
CPV
Id
32250000
Description
Mobile telephones
Entry 5
Scheme
CPV
Id
32524000
Description
Telecommunications system

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UK
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Item 3
Id
3
Related Lot
3

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
72700000
Description
Computer network services
Entry 2
Scheme
CPV
Id
50330000
Description
Maintenance services of telecommunications equipment
Entry 3
Scheme
CPV
Id
72720000
Description
Wide area network services
Entry 4
Scheme
CPV
Id
72315100
Description
Data network support services
Entry 5
Scheme
CPV
Id
72315200
Description
Data network management services
Entry 6
Scheme
CPV
Id
32412000
Description
Communications network
Entry 7
Scheme
CPV
Id
50331000
Description
Repair and maintenance services of telecommunications lines
Entry 8
Scheme
CPV
Id
72710000
Description
Local area network services
Entry 9
Scheme
CPV
Id
48219700
Description
Communications server software package

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UK
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Item 4
Id
4
Related Lot
4

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
32570000
Description
Communications equipment
Entry 2
Scheme
CPV
Id
64227000
Description
Integrated telecommunications services
Entry 3
Scheme
CPV
Id
32524000
Description
Telecommunications system
Entry 4
Scheme
CPV
Id
50331000
Description
Repair and maintenance services of telecommunications lines

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UK
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom

Published documents

Entry 1
Id
conflictOfInterest
Document Type
conflictOfInterest
Description
Not published
Entry 2
Id
083004-2026
Document Type
tenderNotice
Notice Type
UK4
Description
Tender notice on Find a Tender
Published
2 Sept 2026, 11:57
Format
text/html

Buyer, suppliers and contacts

Organisation 1
Name
Crescent Purchasing Consortium Limited
Id
GB-PPON-PZPR-8554-XHNX

Identifier

Scheme
GB-PPON
Id
PZPR-8554-XHNX

Address

Street Address
Procurement House, Leslie Hough Way
Locality
Salford
Postal Code
M6 6AJ
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Region
UKD34

Contact

Name
Anthony Warner
Telephone
01615 553 0520

Roles

buyer

Details

Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
UK_CA_TYPE
Id
publicUndertaking
Description
Public undertaking

Recorded locations

  • Buyer location · Salford · UKD34 · M6 6AJ · United Kingdom
  • Delivery location · UK · United Kingdom

Notice and amendment history

4 published notice versions reviewed by ProcuraAxis.

4 VERSIONS
  1. 067429-2026Tender notice on Find a Tender ·
  2. 075194-2026Tender notice on Find a Tender ·
  3. 081695-2026Tender notice on Find a Tender ·
  4. 083004-2026Tender notice on Find a Tender ·