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Digital Connectivity Technical and Commercial Consultancy Support

LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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17 Sep 2024 at 13:41

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Summary of the contracting process

Leicestershire County Council has awarded a contract titled "Digital Connectivity Technical and Commercial Consultancy Support" to FARRPOINT LIMITED. This tender falls under the IT services category, specifically consulting, software development, Internet, and support. The contract, worth £75,000, is focused on assisting Leicestershire County Council and its partners in managing and evaluating existing broadband deployment contracts, as well as providing technical and procurement support for future broadband projects. The contract spans an initial period of 36 months, starting from 6th September 2024, with the possibility of extending up to 24 additional months. The procurement process was completed using an open procedure, and the deadline for tender submissions was 1st July 2024. This award marks the complete stage of the procurement process.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in digital connectivity and IT consulting. Companies with expertise in broadband deployment, project management, and technical consultancy services will find this contract particularly advantageous. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are deemed suitable for this tender, providing a level playing field for smaller businesses to contribute to significant public sector initiatives. Engaging in this project can provide business growth through enhancing portfolios, establishing long-term partnerships with the county council, and gaining visibility within the public procurement market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Digital Connectivity Technical and Commercial Consultancy Support

Notice Description

Procurement for Digital Connectivity Technical and Commercial Consultancy Support to assist Leicestershire County Council and partners to manage and evaluate existing broadband deployment contracts and to provide technical and procurement support for existing projects and all future broadband/digital connectivity projects and initiatives including assistance with tender drafting, procurement exercise support and bid evaluation for future broadband contract bids. The contract is for an initial period of 36months with optional extension periods of up to 24 months.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-7a000558-6dc2-4c30-b85f-9ac882f2e43f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1e4722e7-37e4-4835-816d-df4803425fc4
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£75,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£75,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Sep 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
1 Jul 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Sep 20241 years ago
Contract Period
5 Sep 2024 - 5 Sep 2027 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEICESTER
Postcode
LE3 8RA
Post Town
Leicester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland
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
Blaby
Electoral Ward
Glenfield Faire
Westminster Constituency
Mid Leicestershire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FARRPOINT

Further Information

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