Mobile Voice and Data communications

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This framework agreement provides for the procurement of a range of mobile voice, text and data services and related goods including:

• mobile voice, text and data services across a range of tariffs
• bulk text services
• mobile handsets and accessories

For a more detailed overview, please see the User Guide which is available on the Buyer Zone.

All eligible public sector clients. A comprehensive list of who can use this framework is available in the User Guide.

Valid from: 7th Mar 2022

Expiry: 6th Mar 2025

Contract extensions may be available for this arrangement; please check the Buyer Zone or contact support@ogp.gov.ie for further information. Specifically, if you are concerned that the expiry date will have an impact on your requirements.

Drawdowns from this framework agreement will be conducted through direct drawdown and mini-competition, depending on your needs.

Process Steps for mini competitions:

1. Verify the value of the requirement and select appropriate Framework Lot.

2. Define requirements and specifications. Identify the Evaluation Award Criteria. Complete the SRFT Documentation

3. Return completed SRFT Documentation to the OGP.

4. Provide responses to any clarification queries received.

5. Conduct an evaluation process. Complete evaluation report. Approve and issue outcome letters.

6. Conclude contract with successful tenderer. Provide Contract Award Notice for publication

Where Direct Drawdown is available you must copy the Notification to Activate Goods/Services Form (NAGF or NASF) onto your own headed paper and complete accordingly.

Once you have completed this, it must be sent to the Contractor.

The Contractor will counter sign and return it to you. The Contractor will then contact you to determine requirements.

To get started please see the User Guide which is available on the Buyer Zone.

There are a number of green considerations in this framework agreement, including:

• framework members are all WEEE registered and members of REPAK
• mobile networks are powered by renewable energy
• green delivery of goods (low carbon fleet)
• recycled and recyclable packaging
• equipment has the following green features:

o CE mark

o extended warranty

o recycled and recyclable components

o secure and green end of life treatment

o immersion protection

To access the full details of this framework agreement, log onto the Buyer Zone website and search for ‘Mobile Voice and Data Communications’ or contact the OGP's Support Helpdesk team.

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