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Project: Ultra-fast Broadband - Evidence base, representation at Examination in Public and creation of Supplementary Planning Document for the Policy EMP6 Promotion of Fibre to the Premises (FTTP) in Ashford's Local Plan.

ASHFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

22 Feb 2019 at 09:21

Tender

26 Jan 2018 at 16:56

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves Ashford Borough Council seeking a consultant to support the creation of an evidence base for promoting Fibre to the Premises (FTTP) as part of their Local Plan. The tender, titled "Project: Ultra-fast Broadband," falls under the telecommunication consultancy services category. The procurement method is an open procedure, and the tender period concluded on 15 February 2018, while the contract period spans from 5 March 2018 to 31 December 2018. The project is located in Ashford, England, and has an allocated budget of £50,000.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in telecommunication consultancy services, especially those that are small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community and social enterprises (VCSEs). Businesses equipped to provide robust analytical research and support for policy development in broadband initiatives would be ideally positioned to compete. Engaging in this process can foster growth by enhancing visibility and establishing credibility with local authorities.

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Notice Title

Project: Ultra-fast Broadband - Evidence base, representation at Examination in Public and creation of Supplementary Planning Document for the Policy EMP6 Promotion of Fibre to the Premises (FTTP) in Ashford's Local Plan.

Notice Description

Ashford Borough Council are looking to appoint a consultant to represent their position at Examination in Public (EIP) by the Planning Inspectorate and provide an evidence base to justify a new policy in the Local Plan compelling developers to deliver Fibre to the Premise (FTTP). This is a two stage project with a time critical element with the first stage to be complete by April 2018, ready to be presented as evidence. This evidence base will provide the foundation to the second stage of the project, developing Supplementary Planning Documents should the policy be deemed sound at examination. The successful consultant will be expected to support the position of the council and present compelling evidence at EIP supporting the aims and objectives of the Council. Additional information: The tender document and additional information can be accessed from the Kent Business Portal

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4fb81f79-35aa-4865-925a-13a5cecba664
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/17f65bdf-ca6c-4cda-a4f5-d8bcd902d65f
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71316000 - Telecommunication consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Feb 20197 years ago
Submission Deadline
15 Feb 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Feb 20188 years ago
Contract Period
5 Mar 2018 - 4 Mar 2019 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

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

Locality
ASHFORD
Postcode
TN23 1PL
Post Town
Tonbridge
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ45 Mid Kent
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Ashford
Electoral Ward
Victoria
Westminster Constituency
Ashford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ANALYSIS MASON

Further Information

Notice Documents

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