PfH Telecoms Network and Infrastructure Framework

A Tender Notice
by PROCUREMENT FOR HOUSING

Source
Find a Tender
Type
Framework (Services)
Duration
3 year
Value
£59M-£82M
Sector
TECHNOLOGY
Published
22 Sep 2025
Delivery
06 Feb 2026 to 05 Feb 2029
Deadline
03 Nov 2025 12:00

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Location

United Kingdom:

Geochart for 1 buyers and 0 suppliers

1 buyer

Description

Established in 2004, Procurement for Housing (PfH) is a national procurement consortium dedicated to the social housing sector and supported by the National Housing Federation (NHF), Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH) and HouseMark. Collectively our Members manage more than 90% of UK’ social housing stock, with PfH helping them to achieve efficiency savings using a wide range of services including framework agreements, dynamic purchasing systems, spend analyses, strategy reviews, consolidated billing and comprehensive reporting. PfH is a contracting authority under section 2 of the Procurement Act 2023 and a centralised procurement authority under section 1(4) of that Act. Please refer to www.pfh.co.uk for additional information. PfH is administered by Inprova Limited and is headquartered in the North West of England with over 20 years of expertise and experience offering a complete procurement solutions package across outsourcing, technology and consultancy. By integrating procurement services and technology, Inprova operates as a delivery partner, supporting business performance improvement for the public sector. PfH intends to establish a Framework Agreement for Telecommunications and Associated Services. The framework will provide services and associated products relating to networking and security including cloud-based solutions, voice solutions, unified communications, mobile communications and total communications, in addition to providing solution to support digital inclusion and solutions utilising the Internet of Things technologies. The Framework will be divided into lots which will be set out in the Tender Notice.

Lot Division

1 Network Infrastructure, Services, Hardware & Cybersecurity
  • Value: £10M

This lot covers the design, deployment, and management of core network infrastructure, including full-fibre, leased lines, WAN/LAN solutions, and associated hardware. It supports secure, high-performance connectivity across estates, enabling digital transformation and future-proofing member networks. Services include installation, maintenance, and optimisation, with options for managed network services and hardware procurement. Associated products and services may be tailored to meet specific member needs, supporting the effective delivery of the lot’s offerings. The provisions of this lots are available throughout the entirety of England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.

Award Criteria
Lot 1 - Network Infrastructure, Services, Hardware & Cybersecurity _
Lot 1 - Network Infrastructure, Services, Hardware & Cybersecurity _
3 SmartConnect – Mobile, 5G & Hardware Solutions
  • Value: £10M

This lot provides mobile connectivity and infrastructure to support workforce mobility, smart estate management, and real-time data processing across housing and public sector organisations. It includes flexible mobile voice and data plans (4G/5G SIMs, pooled and unlimited data), a wide range of supported devices (smartphones, tablets, rugged hardware), and centralised mobile device management (MDM) with AI-based health monitoring. These services enable organisations to stay connected on the move and deploy smart devices across estates, enhancing operational efficiency and responsiveness. Advanced technologies such as private 5G networks and edge computing are also included, offering high-performance wireless coverage for campuses and faster local data processing. AI is selectively applied to optimise network performance, support intelligent decision-making, and enhance analytics. Associated products and services may be tailored to meet specific member requirements, ensuring the effective delivery of the lot’s offerings. This Framework will also cover associated goods and services and will be available for use across England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland.

Award Criteria
Lot 3 - SmartConnect – Mobile, 5G & Hardware Solutions _
Lot 3 - SmartConnect – Mobile, 5G & Hardware Solutions _
4 Digital Inclusion, Wi-Fi & IOT Solutions
  • Value: £15M

This lot is designed to bridge the digital divide by delivering inclusive, affordable digital services to residents in social housing and underserved communities across the UK. It supports access to connectivity, devices, and digital skills through community Wi-Fi, affordable broadband (including social tariffs and voucher schemes), and device access programmes such as loan schemes and refurbished equipment distribution. Digital skills training is also included, with AI-personalised learning paths to support individual progress. These services are delivered in partnership with councils, charities, and social enterprises to maximise social value and community impact. Enhanced with IoT connectivity, this lot enables smarter, safer environments through applications such as environmental monitoring and assisted living. It includes low-power, wide-area connectivity (NB-IoT, LTE-M), scalable SIM provisioning, and AI-based anomaly detection for real-time device management. AI is also used to optimise Wi-Fi performance, personalise learning, and measure impact through sentiment analysis and inclusion KPIs. Associated products and services may be tailored to meet specific member needs, ensuring the effective delivery of the lot’s offerings. This Framework will be available for use across England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland.

Award Criteria
Lot 4 - Digital Inclusion, Wi-Fi & IoT Solutions _
Lot 4 - Digital Inclusion, Wi-Fi & IOT Solutions _
4 Lot 2a - Unified Communications & Collaboration (Licence based)
  • Value: £12M

This lot provides integrated communication solutions to support hybrid working, customer engagement, and internal collaboration across housing and public sector organisations nationwide. All products and services are licence-based, enabling flexible access and scalable deployment. Offerings include cloud telephony (VoIP, SIP Trunking, Hosted PBX), collaboration platforms (Microsoft Teams, Zoom, Webex, Slack), and unified messaging tools (voicemail-to-email, SMS gateways, internal chat). These services are designed to enhance connectivity across remote and office-based teams, with support for softphones, mobile apps, and video conferencing hardware. Associated products and services may be tailored to meet specific member needs, supporting the effective delivery of the lot’s offerings. The provisions of this lots are available throughout the entirety of England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.

Award Criteria
Lot 2a - Unified Communications & Collaboration (Licence based) _
Lot 2a - Unified Communications & Collaboration (Licence based) _
5 Lot 2b - Unified Communications & Collaboration (Pay-as- you-go)
  • Value: £12M

This lot offers flexible, integrated communication solutions designed to support hybrid working, customer service, and internal collaboration across housing and public sector organisations. Delivered on a pay-as-you-go basis, members can scale usage according to demand and budget. Services include cloud telephony (VoIP, SIP Trunking, Hosted PBX), collaboration platforms (Microsoft Teams, Zoom, Webex, Slack), and unified messaging tools such as voicemail-to-email, SMS gateways, and internal chat. Hybrid work enablement is supported through softphones, mobile apps, and video conferencing hardware, ensuring seamless connectivity across remote and office-based teams. To enhance service delivery, this lot also includes intelligent contact centre solutions with omnichannel support, CRM integration, CCaaS platforms, AI call routing, sentiment analysis, and workforce management tools. AI is selectively integrated to improve analytics, automate meeting tasks, and optimise contact centre performance without adding complexity. Analytics and reporting tools provide valuable insights into communication usage and quality. Associated products and services may be tailored to meet specific member needs, supporting the effective delivery of the lot’s offerings. Associated products and services may be tailored to meet specific member needs, supporting the effective delivery of the lot’s offerings. The provisions of this lots are available throughout the entirety of England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.

Award Criteria
Lot 2b - Unified Communications & Collaboration (Pay-as- you-go) _
Lot 2b - Unified Communications & Collaboration (Pay-as- you-go) _

Renewal Options

The Framework Agreement will be let for 3 years, with an optional extension of a further 12 months.

CPV Codes

  • 32000000 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment
  • 48000000 - Software package and information systems
  • 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
  • 73400000 - Research and Development services on security and defence materials
  • 30000000 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages
  • 50310000 - Maintenance and repair of office machinery
  • 50300000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to personal computers, office equipment, telecommunications and audio-visual equipment
  • 45314000 - Installation of telecommunications equipment
  • 45310000 - Electrical installation work
  • 50000000 - Repair and maintenance services
  • 64000000 - Postal and telecommunications services
  • 71316000 - Telecommunication consultancy services
  • 51300000 - Installation services of communications equipment
  • 30200000 - Computer equipment and supplies
  • 31000000 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
  • 80000000 - Education and training services
  • 98000000 - Other community, social and personal services
  • 75000000 - Administration, defence and social security services

Indicators

  • Renewals are available.

Other Information

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Reference

  • ocds-h6vhtk-051536
  • FTS 058667-2025

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