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Internet Connectivity at Evolve Business Centre

SUNDERLAND CITY COUNCIL

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Award

24 Dec 2018 at 12:49

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the internet connectivity project at Evolve Business Centre, initiated by Sunderland City Council, involved a tender for services within the telecommunications industry. The process reached its award stage, with a contract value of £72,312. The contract period spans from 24th September 2018 to 23rd September 2021. The procurement method used was a limited competitive quotation, with the tender period concluding on 21st September 2018. This project is situated in Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, within the North East region of England.

This tender offers significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the telecommunications sector, particularly those with expertise in internet infrastructure. As the winning supplier, British Telecom, is a large organisation, smaller firms may find a niche in subcontracting or offering specialised services that complement this contract. Those firms able to demonstrate innovative solutions in connectivity are well-suited to pursue similar projects, enhancing their potential for growth in this competitive industry.

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Notice Title

Internet Connectivity at Evolve Business Centre

Notice Description

Supply of internet connection at Evolve Business Centre based in Sunderland, Tyne and Wear.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-7ea6ac44-34fa-41b5-a31b-661ad64de6cc
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9f23d84a-4c58-471e-aa73-643a1cdb8e2b
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

32412110 - Internet network

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£72,312 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£72,312 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Dec 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
21 Sep 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Sep 20187 years ago
Contract Period
23 Sep 2018 - 23 Sep 2021 3-4 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
SUNDERLAND CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Virginia Ainsley
Contact Email
virginia.ainsley@sunderland.gov.uk
Contact Phone
0191 561 2438

Buyer Location

Locality
SUNDERLAND
Postcode
SR2 7DN
Post Town
Sunderland
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC44 Sunderland
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)

Local Authority
Sunderland
Electoral Ward
Southwick
Westminster Constituency
Sunderland Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BRITISH TELECOM

Further Information

Notice Documents

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