Tender

GB-London: UK Submarine Fibre Optic Cables - Sectoral Analysis

DEPARTMENT FOR DIGITAL, CULTURE, MEDIA AND SPORT

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Tender

23 Sep 2019 at 15:00

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) is currently overseeing a public procurement process for a research service titled "UK Submarine Fibre Optic Cables - Sectoral Analysis." This initiative falls under the services industry category and is focused on a comprehensive analysis of the subsea fibre optic cables sector as it pertains to the UK. The tender period concludes on 16th October 2019, with an estimated contract value between £65,000 and £85,000, set to commence on 1st November 2019 and last until 28th February 2020. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, allowing a broad range of participants to submit their bids.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), particularly those with expertise in research services related to telecommunications and infrastructure analysis. Businesses that can demonstrate a solid understanding of subsea fibre optic technology, market dynamics, and regulatory conditions will be well-positioned to compete. The insights gained from this research will potentially influence future government interventions, making it a significant opportunity for firms aiming to expand their capabilities and engage in impactful projects within the UK market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-London: UK Submarine Fibre Optic Cables - Sectoral Analysis

Notice Description

A research service - DCMS is looking for a service provider to conduct a comprehensive analysis of the subsea fibre optic cables sector as it relates to the UK. The scope of the study is primarily focused on but not limited to the following: a)The contribution of subsea fibre optic cables to the UK economy, including the UK economy's reliance on subsea cables; b)The market, infrastructure and regulatory conditions impacting investment in subsea cables in the UK, including how attractive a destination the UK is considered for new subsea cables; c)The future of the subsea fibre optic cables maintenance/repair market as it relates to the UK. The information and analysis obtained through the study is intended to be used to inform prospective future UK Government interventions in this area. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement. With regards to Section 9 - Estimated Value of Requirement - please note the DCMS current budget for the contract is in the range PS65k to 85k.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-05f8fed1-36cf-4642-ac88-e995f838dc67
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0c74e0f1-de75-4eb8-ae7a-778d3bba2f78
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Sep 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 Oct 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2019 - 28 Feb 2020 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR DIGITAL, CULTURE, MEDIA AND SPORT
Contact Name
DCMS Commercial
Contact Email
commercial@culture.gov.uk
Contact Phone
02072112088

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2BQ
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

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