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Cumberland Network - Edge Site Connectivity

CUMBERLAND COUNCIL

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30 Apr 2026 at 13:43

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Cumberland Network - Edge Site Connectivity" project, overseen by Cumberland Council, falls within the Networks industry category under the CPV code 32400000. The project is located in England, United Kingdom. The process recently reached the award stage, with the contract awarded to The Networking People (TNP) Ltd on 28 April 2026 for an amount of £746,667. The procedure was conducted using a restricted procurement method, indicating a selective process, and the contract period is set from 1 May 2026 to 30 April 2030. This aligns with a focus on goods as the main procurement category, aiming to enhance network services across Cumberland Council's jurisdiction.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in network connectivity solutions, particularly those capable of operating within a restricted, selective procurement process. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are especially suited to benefit from such contracts, with Cumberland Council highlighting its suitability for SME participation. Companies with a strong footprint in networking technology, project management, and service delivery within England will find this an attractive proposition to bolster their portfolio and expand their market presence, contributing to robust business growth as part of this comprehensive four-year plan.

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Notice Title

Cumberland Network - Edge Site Connectivity

Notice Description

Cumberland Network - Edge Site Connectivity for Cumberland Council Further competition CCS RM6116 Lot 1a

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-46577f04-2510-4538-b037-63083cfc58f5
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9de347b2-8317-4240-80e7-ee892c7108aa
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

32400000 - Networks

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£746,667 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£746,667 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
12 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
30 Apr 2026 - 30 Apr 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CUMBERLAND COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CARLISLE
Postcode
CA1 1RD
Post Town
Carlisle
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD1 Cumbria
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD13 Cumberland
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Cumberland
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Carlisle

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THE NETWORKING PEOPLE (TNP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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