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VantageRE - ICT & Telephony Tender

Descriptions

Introduction Vantage RE Ltd ("Vantage" or "the Company") is issuing this Request for Proposal (RFP) to identify and engage a qualified and security-mature Managed Service Provider (MSP) to deliver comprehensive outsourced IT services. This engagement will include end-user support, infrastructure and network management, cybersecurity, mobile telephony support, printer management, and strategic IT enablement. The selected provider will act as a trusted long-term partner, supporting the Company's operational stability and regulatory compliance obligations across its UK and Irish operations. Security and regulatory compliance are central to this procurement. In particular, ISO 27001 certification is a mandatory requirement for all responding vendors. The anticipated contract term is 36 months, with the option to extend based on performance. Company Overview The Company operates in both the United Kingdom and Ireland, employing approximately 50 people. The technology environment is designed to support a modern, mobile workforce. Key elements of the IT landscape include: -Approximately 50 laptops of mixed operating systems (e.g., Windows, macOS) -Virtual servers hosted in Microsoft Azure or equivalent platform -A mixed wired and wireless network secured by a managed firewall and VPN for remote users-A mobile-only telephony environment with each staff member is issued with a managed mobile device -One networked multifunction printers supporting secure print workflows -Productivity and collaboration services delivered through Microsoft 365 or equivalent -Governance and compliance frameworks aligned to General Data Protection Regulation (UK and EU), NIS2 Directive, and Cyber Essentials Plus. The current IT environment is supported by external providers. This RFP seeks to appoint a new or replacement partner to ensure a secure, stable, and scalable IT service model going forward. Key Objectives The key objectives of this RFP are to: -Ensure the stability, security, and efficiency of IT services across the Company. -Deliver well-defined support for mobile telephony and printer services. -Strengthen the Company's security posture and compliance with regulatory frameworks. -Establish measurable service level agreements (SLAs) with clear escalation and reporting mechanisms. -Maintain compliance with Cyber Essentials Plus and support obligations under GDPR and NIS2. -Engage a provider that holds valid ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification as a baseline standard. -Support future IT strategy and enable scalable growth.

Timeline

Published Date :

26th Jan 2026 Yesterday

Deadline :

5th Feb 2026 in a 9 days

Contract Start :

N/A

Contract End :

N/A

Tender Regions

Keywords

IT consulting

web services

network support

cloud services

systems aid

IT outsourcing

IT support consulting

systems assistance

IT operations management

system provisioning

help desk support

software development

cybersecurity support

system monitoring

application maintenance

IT lifecycle support

technical IT consultancy

IT backup services

help desk services

digital transformation

technical support

tech advisory services

network administration

system integration

software customization

server management

service desk operations

hybrid support services

computing guidance

IT infrastructure management

infrastructure maintenance

professional tech consultation

operational support advisory

technology troubleshooting consultancy

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Status :

Open

Procedure :

OpenNonOJEU

Suitable for SME :

Yes

Nationwide :

No

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Tender Progress :

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Details

Notice Type :

Framework

Tender Identifier :

IT-378-246-T: 2024 - 001

Tenderbase ID :

310724019

Low Value :

£100K

High Value :

£1000K

Buyer Information

Address :

Liverpool Merseyside , Merseyside , L13 0BQ

Website :

N/A

Procurement Contact

Name :

Tina Smith

Phone :

0151 252 3243

Email :

tina.smith@shared-ed.ac.uk