Nexus Multi-Academy Trust has officially launched its “Your Education Technology” Open Framework, providing ICT suppliers with access to a major new procurement opportunity supporting publicly funded schools and colleges across the UK.
With an estimated maximum value of £1 billion and a potential 8-year framework term, this represents a significant opportunity for ICT suppliers, managed service providers, technology consultancies and hardware specialists looking to expand their presence in the education sector.
The framework offers several important benefits:
- £1 billion framework value, creating a potentially substantial pipeline of ICT contracts across the education sector.
- 8-year maximum framework term, providing a long-term route to market and greater potential return on the investment required to secure a place.
- Nationwide customer base, enabling suppliers to compete for opportunities from eligible contracting authorities purchasing for publicly funded schools and colleges.
- No limit on supplier appointments, allowing businesses of different sizes, including SMEs and specialist providers, to compete for a place.
The Opportunity
The framework is designed to provide educational establishments with access to a comprehensive range of ICT products, services and solutions, from day-to-day technology support through to major digital transformation programmes and infrastructure investments.
The opportunity is particularly relevant if your organisation provides:
- Managed IT services, outsourced ICT support and service desks
- Cloud infrastructure, hosting and migration services
- Network infrastructure, connectivity and telecommunications
- Cyber security, safeguarding technologies and information assurance
- Backup, disaster recovery and business continuity solutions
- ICT consultancy, digital transformation and technology strategy
- Systems integration, solution architecture and technical consultancy
- Project and programme management
- ICT hardware, laptops, desktops, servers and storage
- Audio-visual equipment, classroom technology and peripherals
- Hardware deployment, installation, maintenance and lifecycle management
- ICT training, user adoption and technical support
Framework Structure
The framework is divided into three Lots, with suppliers able to apply for one, multiple or all Lots.
Lot 1 – ICT Support Services and Managed Services
Covers managed ICT services, remote and on-site support, service desks, infrastructure and network management, cloud environments, cyber security, connectivity, backup and disaster recovery, safeguarding technologies, MIS support and strategic ICT planning.
Lot 2 – Professional Services
Covers specialist ICT consultancy, digital transformation, technical design, solution architecture, project and programme management, business analysis, cyber security consultancy, cloud strategy, systems integration, data migration, change management, training and independent technical advisory services.
Lot 3 – Hardware
Covers the supply, installation, configuration and support of ICT hardware, including laptops, desktops, servers, networking equipment, storage, audio-visual systems, classroom technology, peripherals and accessories. Associated deployment, asset management, warranty and technology refresh services are also included.
Potential requirements for bidders:
- D&B Rating and assessment of financial standing
- Can commit to obtain prior to the commencement of the contract or already has in place Public liability Insurance, Employers’ liability Insurance and Professional indemnity Insurance
- Cyber Essentials
- Previous experience of delivering the same or similar services
Your Next Steps
Don’t risk missing this opportunity. Our specialist team has delivered over 98% success rates and helped secure £25 billion in public sector contracts. We have limited spaces available for our comprehensive bid support.
Contact us immediately: Book a discovery call, 0161 804 9624 or info@neuven-consult.com