Section one: Contracting authority
one.1) Name and addresses
WM5G LIMITED
16 Summer Lane
BIRMINGHAM
B193SD
Contact
Craig Naughton
Country
United Kingdom
Region code
UKG31 - Birmingham
Companies House
11848619
Internet address(es)
Main address
one.4) Type of the contracting authority
Body governed by public law
one.5) Main activity
Other activity
Connectivity Innovation
Section two: Object
two.1) Scope of the procurement
two.1.1) Title
notice of award of contracts WM5G Connectivity Innovation DPS Q3 23-24
two.1.2) Main CPV code
- 71316000 - Telecommunication consultancy services
two.1.3) Type of contract
Services
two.1.4) Short description
Quarterly report for the contracts awarded between 01.10.24 - 31.12.24.
WM5G Limited - a subsidiary of the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) - has been leading pioneering work to accelerate the deployment of digital connectivity and to test and prove opportunities to transform key sectors sensors, data and digital connectivity. WM5G is now looking to scale-up and accelerate the adoption of these technology services across the West Midlands in order to deliver radically more effective and efficient services and boost economic recovery and growth and increase digital inclusion.
WM5G is establishing a collaborative Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for a range of services relating to the transformation of systems and services and the acceleration and scaling of 5G* adoption in key sectors - with an initial focus on advanced manufacturing and social care/smart communities.
two.1.6) Information about lots
This contract is divided into lots: Yes
two.1.7) Total value of the procurement (excluding VAT)
Value excluding VAT: £2,966,035
two.2) Description
two.2.1) Title
Business Analysis & Support
Lot No
1
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 72221000 - Business analysis consultancy services
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKG - West Midlands (England)
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
Business Analysis & Support
The Business Analysis & Support Lot will provide resource skills and expertise in support of advanced digital connectivity technology projects. Advanced digital connectivity includes
technologies such as 5G, WiFi 6/7, full fibre broadband, satellite and low powered networks (e.g. LoRaWAN) in combination with sensors/devices and data & AI.
The scope of this lot covers provision of resource either to supplement existing teams or as an outsourced provider to manager and deliver larger deliverables.
The nature of the resources typically required is diverse and some examples (nonexhaustive list) are:
• advanced wireless & connectivity specialists,
• project & programme managers,
• user researchers,
• connectivity service design,
• business analysts,
• system designer,
• solutions architect,
• data architect,
• data modeller,
• quality assurance analyst,
• data and analytics specialists and data scientists.
Resources will work directly with clients and prospects to identify, evaluate, design and deliver solutions based-on a stacked set of use cases in order to meet clients'/prospects'/sector needs to transform systems, processes and return on investment
leveraging a mix of advanced wireless technologies. Resources will be well versed in translating deliverables into key insights and supporting collateral. Resources will be commissioned to deliver specific objectives and tasks. This includes business needs
assessment and requirement gathering, business case development, solution design and strategy and planning.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
two.2) Description
two.2.1) Title
Connectivity Product Development Support
Lot No
2
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 72220000 - Systems and technical consultancy services
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKG - West Midlands (England)
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
The Connectivity Product Development Support Lot will provide resource skills and expertise in support of digital connectivity technology projects.
The scope of this lot covers provision of resource either to supplement existing teams or as an outsourced provider to manager and deliver larger deliverables.
The nature of the resources typically required is diverse and some examples (non-exhaustive list) are:
• advanced wireless & connectivity specialists and engineers,
• connectivity product managers,
• connected device product managers,
• project & programme managers,
• user researchers,
• solutions architect,
• assurance analyst,
• test engineers.
Resources will deliver technical requirements for advanced wireless (Wi-Fi 6, satellite, 5G, 4G, narrowband e.g., LoRaWAN, NB-IoT, Bluetooth, applications, sensors, Data inc cloud & edge, AI and decisioning) end point devices (including industrial IoT devices such as robotics, automated guided vehicles, tooling, health monitors etc), sensors (e.g. smartphones, smart watches, motion sensors, cameras etc.), network products and platforms (including radio and core platforms & products), solutions and integrations, including design, testing, general and last mile support. Resources will be commissioned to deliver specific objectives and tasks.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
two.2) Description
two.2.1) Title
System Integration
Lot No
3
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 72220000 - Systems and technical consultancy services
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKG - West Midlands (England)
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
The System Integration Lot will provide resource skills and expertise in support of digital connectivity technology projects.
The scope of this lot covers provision of resource either to supplement existing teams or as an outsourced provider to manager and deliver larger deliverables.
The nature of the resources typically required is diverse and some examples (non-exhaustive list) are:
• Enterprise architects,
• Network engineers,
• Software engineers,
• Full stack developers,
• Network testing & integration specialists,
• Network operations managers,
• advanced wireless & connectivity specialists,
• project & programme managers,
• learning and development manager,
• training provider,
• change management specialists.
Resources will deliver enhanced deployment and superior change management support including support to deploy, test and deliver solutions and realise business case benefits. Resources will be well versed in delivering readiness assessments, communication planning, coaching and manager training, employee training development and benefits realisation tracking. Resources will be commissioned to deliver specific objectives and tasks.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
two.2) Description
two.2.1) Title
Design and Delivery of Support Services
Lot No
4
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 72222000 - Information systems or technology strategic review and planning services
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKG - West Midlands (England)
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
The Design and Delivery of Support Services Lot will provide resource skills and expertise in support of digital connectivity technology projects.
The scope of this lot covers provision of resource either to supplement existing teams or as an outsourced provider to manager and deliver larger deliverables.
The nature of the resources typically required is diverse and some examples (non-exhaustive list) are:
• advanced wireless & connectivity specialists,
• project & programme managers,
• user researchers,
• connectivity service design,
• business analysts,
• system designer,
• solutions architect,
• data architect,
• data modeller,
• quality assurance analyst,
• data and analytics specialists,
• data scientists,
• change management,
• stakeholder engagement.
Resources will deliver a range of support services to inspire, raise awareness of and realise the potential for advanced wireless solutions to deliver key business benefits. Resources will be well versed in identifying, assessing and pre-qualifying business needs; co-developing delivery plans and programme/product roadmaps; and delivering a range of business support including business case, design, funding, sourcing, deployment and change management support. Resources will be commissioned to deliver specific objectives and tasks.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
Section four. Procedure
four.1) Description
four.1.1) Type of procedure
Restricted procedure
four.1.8) Information about the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement: Yes
four.2) Administrative information
four.2.1) Previous publication concerning this procedure
Notice number: 2023/S 000-023496
Section five. Award of contract
Contract No
ITT_1467
Title
2024 POCTEC Enabled Care
A contract/lot is awarded: Yes
five.2) Award of contract
five.2.1) Date of conclusion of the contract
30 October 2024
five.2.2) Information about tenders
Number of tenders received: 5
The contract has been awarded to a group of economic operators: No
five.2.3) Name and address of the contractor
Alcove Limited
Colchester
Country
United Kingdom
NUTS code
- UKG - West Midlands (England)
Companies House
09076735
The contractor is an SME
Yes
five.2.4) Information on value of contract/lot (excluding VAT)
Initial estimated total value of the contract/lot: £1,400,000
Total value of the contract/lot: £1,400,000
Section five. Award of contract
Contract No
ITT_1502
Title
TEC POC _Evaluation, Change, Transformation
A contract/lot is awarded: Yes
five.2) Award of contract
five.2.1) Date of conclusion of the contract
28 October 2024
five.2.2) Information about tenders
Number of tenders received: 1
The contract has been awarded to a group of economic operators: No
five.2.3) Name and address of the contractor
Rethink Partners Ltd
Saffron Walden
Country
United Kingdom
NUTS code
- UKG - West Midlands (England)
Companies House
11138540
The contractor is an SME
Yes
five.2.4) Information on value of contract/lot (excluding VAT)
Initial estimated total value of the contract/lot: £425,000
Total value of the contract/lot: £425,000
Section five. Award of contract
Contract No
ITT 1494
Title
Manufacturing Tender
A contract/lot is awarded: Yes
five.2) Award of contract
five.2.1) Date of conclusion of the contract
20 November 2024
five.2.2) Information about tenders
Number of tenders received: 5
The contract has been awarded to a group of economic operators: No
five.2.3) Name and address of the contractor
Fujitsu Services Limited
Bracknell
Country
United Kingdom
NUTS code
- UKG - West Midlands (England)
Companies House
00096056
The contractor is an SME
No
five.2.4) Information on value of contract/lot (excluding VAT)
Initial estimated total value of the contract/lot: £1,000,000
Total value of the contract/lot: £1,000,000
Section five. Award of contract
Contract No
ITT 1501
Title
Digital Signage
A contract/lot is awarded: Yes
five.2) Award of contract
five.2.1) Date of conclusion of the contract
28 October 2024
five.2.2) Information about tenders
Number of tenders received: 2
The contract has been awarded to a group of economic operators: No
five.2.3) Name and address of the contractor
Information and Data Network Supplies LIMITED
Bolton
Country
United Kingdom
NUTS code
- UKG - West Midlands (England)
Companies House
2248449
The contractor is an SME
Yes
five.2.4) Information on value of contract/lot (excluding VAT)
Initial estimated total value of the contract/lot: £141,035
Total value of the contract/lot: £141,035
Section six. Complementary information
six.4) Procedures for review
six.4.1) Review body
WM5G Limited
Birmingham
Country
United Kingdom