Framework for UK public sector communications and telephony solutions.
Kent County Council, acting as Procurement Services, is establishing a framework agreement for UK public sector organizations to procure communications and telephony goods, services, and solutions. The framework supports the transition from legacy telephony (PSTN/ISDN) to secure, digital, cloud-based technologies, emphasizing interoperability, resilience, and value for money. It is structured into five lots covering operational needs, and bidders can bid for any number of lots, either directly or via subcontractors. The framework encourages participation from SMEs, VCSEs, and consortia. The contract value is not specified, but the framework is expected to be used by multiple public sector bodies.