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Open for bidsUnited KingdomServicesFramework agreement£100,000,000

Communications Solution and Telephony Services

Published
Published 23 February 2026
Deadline
Deadline: 17 August 2026 (24 days left)
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Overview

Kent County Council is establishing a framework agreement for communications solutions and telephony services, with an estimated value of £100 million, to enable UK public sector organisations to procure compliant and efficient communications and telephony goods, services, and solutions. The framework supports modernisation from legacy telephony infrastructures to secure, digital, and cloud-based technologies across five lots, with bidders able to participate in any combination of lots either directly or through subcontractors. The submission deadline is 17 August 2026.

Key details

Country
United Kingdom
Status
Open for bids
Category
Services
Estimated value
£100,000,000
Procedure
Open
Contract type
Framework agreement
SME suitable
Yes
Published
23 February 2026
Questions by
6 August 2026
Deadline
17 August 2026
Classification (CPV)
Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipmentSoftware package and information systemsRepair and maintenance servicesPostal and telecommunications servicesIT services: consulting, software development, Internet and supportBusiness services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

Notice history

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  1. Contract Notice

    22 July 2026

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  2. Planning Update

    24 February 2026

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  3. Prior Information Notice

    23 February 2026

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