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Contract awardedManaged network services

Managed Network Services

Replacement of Wi-Fi, LAN, and WAN infrastructure across approximately 175 sites, supporting 9,000 users. The service includes a managed 'wrap' with proactive support, cloud-based infrastructure integration, and security enhancements to protect users and devices in a hybrid working model. The contract requires ongoing management of network performance, scalability, and carbon emission reduction, with provisions for site changes and potential Local Government Reform impacts.

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Awarded value
£29m
As published
Published
2 September 2025
Awarded
30 March 2026
MLL Telecom
Contract length
84 months
Ends 28 May 2033

What the contract covers

Managed Service Contract

Provision of managed enterprise network services, including design, implementation, and ongoing support for hybrid working environments and digital infrastructure.

  • Modern and well managed enterprise network solution that is designed, built, and managed based on effective security principles
  • Replace the network components at each Site, i.e. Wi-Fi, LAN and WAN to achieve the Authority's aims and outcomes
  • Unified Managed Network Service for the Sites covering circa 175 sites and c.9000 Authority Users

Terms and requirements

Contract type
Managed Service Contract
Procedure
Selective procedure
Initial term
84 months
Extensions
48 months + 24 months
Longest it can run
156 months
Contract dates
29 May 2026 to 28 May 2033
Certifications asked for
None stated
Lots
1
Suitable for SMEs
Not stated
Category
Services
CPV codes
32410000, 32430000, 32510000, 48730000

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Essex County Council

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MLL Telecom

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Cite this contract

Link
https://bidskim.com/tender/326605/managed-network-services
Buyer reference
D001PA
Open contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0592b5
Last checked
5 November 2026

Essex County Council. Managed Network Services. Contract award, 2 September 2025. BidSkim, https://bidskim.com/tender/326605/managed-network-services (accessed 5 November 2026).