Tender

GB-Colchester: LFFN Construction Works - Metronet (0208)

COLCHESTER BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

14 Jan 2020 at 09:20

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is initiated by Colchester Borough Council for the construction of LFFN (Local Full Fibre Network) works in Colchester, United Kingdom. This project aims to build gigabit-enabling fibre communications networks within the borough, supported by government funding. The tender was published on 14th January 2020, and the deadline for submissions is 27th January 2020. The contract value ranges between £1,000,000 and £5,000,000 and falls under the works category, specifically targeting network infrastructure. This open procurement procedure invites various suppliers to compete based on prescribed criteria.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary and community sector enterprises (VCSEs) that specialise in construction and telecommunications infrastructure. Businesses with experience in delivering fibre optic installations and capable of managing substantial contracts would be particularly well-suited to apply. Engaging in this project not only allows for potential revenue generation but also contributes to enhancing digital communications within the region, thereby fostering longer-term business relationships and sustainability.

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Notice Title

GB-Colchester: LFFN Construction Works - Metronet (0208)

Notice Description

Colchester Borough Council has been successful in bidding for Government funding under the DCMS-led Local Full Fibre Network Fund (LFFN). These funds will be used to create new gigabit-enabling fibre communications networks within the Borough of Colchester. Full details of Colchester's actual requirements are provided within the tender documents. 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.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-13d66edc-f738-466b-979c-a3c83823c8d4
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e113980c-ca96-4868-9784-29a9cb3ff7ed
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment


CPV Codes

32424000 - Network infrastructure

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£5,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jan 20206 years ago
Submission Deadline
27 Jan 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Mar 2020 - 31 Dec 2020 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
COLCHESTER BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
COLCHESTER
Postcode
CO3 3WG
Post Town
Colchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH34 Essex Haven Gateway
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Colchester
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Colchester

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