Cityspace selected for government framework agreement
Cityspace sole supplier of wireless broadband for both public access and transport networks in new OGCBuying.solutions framework agreement
London, 9th January 2008 – Cityspace, a leading provider of urban digital networks, has been selected as one of the government-accredited telecoms suppliers within the new Telecoms Networks Framework agreement being awarded by OGCBuying.solutions this month.
Cityspace is one of 37 telecom and network providers across 12 categories to have been awarded a framework agreement aimed at reducing costs and increasing efficiencies in telecom procurement across central and local public sector bodies. Cityspace is unique among the 11 providers of wireless broadband in its deployment of wireless solutions for both public access and for large scale transport network infrastructures.
“Being awarded this framework agreement is a significant endorsement of our wireless broadband capability,” comments Ian Muller, Director of Wireless, Cityspace.
“It reflects the success of the wireless networks we have deployed and manage across the UK and, most importantly, is testament to the value that Cityspace brings to local authorities and transport executives in the planning and execution of complex wireless networks and applications.”
OGCBuying.solutions is an executive agency of the Office of Government Commerce which is responsible for maximising the purchasing clout of the taxpayer's pound. The addition of the new Telecoms Networks framework to its existing family of agreements creates a highly valuable resource; helping buyers to save time and money with telecom procurement through an efficient, effectively vetted, tender process.
The total business value to listed suppliers has been estimated at approximately £500m over the next four years.
The Cityspace entry within the OGC.buying solutions portal can be found at: www.ogcbuyingsolutions.gov.uk
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For further information, please contact:
Sophia Henri
Cityspace PR
Tel: +44 (0)20 7313 8428
Email:
www.cityspace.com About Cityspace
Cityspace is in the business of making cities more accessible by giving people information and useful services where they’re needed most. It is uniquely placed to deliver a complete ‘digital city’ infrastructure.Since 1996 the company has been designing and delivering helpful services in public spaces through its innovative urban digital networks. These managed networks use the latest broadband technology to connect communities with real-time information at the point of need using interactive, broadcast and transactional services.
The company comprises three divisions:
Cityspace Transport works with transport authorities and rail and bus operators to deliver real-time information, journey planning, off-board ticketing and security which makes it easy to use public transport
Cityspace Wireless delivers outdoor wireless broadband networks for public access to online services and the internet, mobile working efficiencies for local authorities and wireless connectivity for fixed infrastructure, such as traffic signals and CCTV
Cityspace Interactive Media provides information and transactional services through self-service terminals in public spaces. Positioned in pedestrian hubs, these terminals help the public to reach their council, navigate the city and access job opportunities, free email and other useful services
Visit www.cityspace.com for more information.
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OGCbuying.solutions is the trading arm of the Office of Government Commerce (OGC), which is itself an office of HM Treasury. Launched in April 2001, provides public sector procurement professionals with a route to the products and services they need to maximise procurement efficiency and value for money. Its contracts and framework agreements offer substantial savings through significant buying power, economies of scale and strategic partnerships.
Rigorous tendering and evaluation processes ensure that products and services are checked for quality, price competitiveness, fitness for purpose and compliance with statutory requirements. These products and services are available through OGCbuying.solutions Catalist framework agreements, Managed Services and Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs).
More details are available on the website: www.ogcbuyingsolutions.gov.uk
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