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GB-London: UK Submarine Fibre Optic Cables - Sectoral Analysis

DEPARTMENT FOR DIGITAL, CULTURE, MEDIA AND SPORT

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07 Jan 2020 at 10:04

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) based in London has successfully awarded a contract for "UK Submarine Fibre Optic Cables - Sectoral Analysis". This research services contract, classified under CPV code 73110000, aims to analyse the subsea fibre optic cables sector in relation to the UK economy. The contract, which has an estimated value of £71,473, is part of an open procurement procedure. The contract period commenced on 1st November 2019 and is set to conclude on 28th February 2020. The procurement process reached the award stage as of 31st October 2019.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses, particularly those in the research and consultancy sectors, to engage in impactful market analysis that could influence future government interventions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) could find this opportunity appealing, given the potential to contribute expert insights into the subsea infrastructure landscape. Companies that possess knowledge in economic analysis, market research, and regulatory frameworks related to telecommunications would be especially well-suited to compete in this field.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-London: UK Submarine Fibre Optic Cables - Sectoral Analysis

Notice Description

A research service - DCMS is looking for a service provider to conduct a comprehensive analysis of the subsea fibre optic cables sector as it relates to the UK. The scope of the study is primarily focused on but not limited to the following: a)The contribution of subsea fibre optic cables to the UK economy, including the UK economy's reliance on subsea cables; b)The market, infrastructure and regulatory conditions impacting investment in subsea cables in the UK, including how attractive a destination the UK is considered for new subsea cables; c)The future of the subsea fibre optic cables maintenance/repair market as it relates to the UK. The information and analysis obtained through the study is intended to be used to inform prospective future UK Government interventions in this area. 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. With regards to Section 9 - Estimated Value of Requirement - please note the DCMS current budget for the contract is in the range PS65k to 85k.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-882839f1-9297-4adb-a152-ab73507ff242
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6bb86389-511d-40cb-9c1d-0c26c3a54579
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
VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£71,473 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£71,473 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Jan 20206 years ago
Submission Deadline
31 Oct 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Oct 20196 years ago
Contract Period
1 Nov 2019 - 28 Feb 2020 1-6 months
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
DEPARTMENT FOR DIGITAL, CULTURE, MEDIA AND SPORT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2BQ
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SQW

Further Information

Notice Documents

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