Tender

GB-LONDON: Councils' role improving communities' broadband connectivity

LOCAL GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION

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Tender

12 Feb 2020 at 11:30

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Local Government Association is currently seeking to engage in a tender process titled "Councils' role improving communities' broadband connectivity." This procurement falls under the research services category and is located in London, United Kingdom. The tender commenced on 12th February 2020, with a deadline for submissions set for 24th February 2020. The contract is estimated to be valued between £10,000 and £25,000 and will commence on 28th February 2020, running until 31st March 2020. The procurement method being utilised is an open procedure, allowing a broad range of applicants.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in broadband research and community engagement strategies to participate. Businesses that specialise in technology, telecommunications, or community consultancy would be particularly well-suited to compete. Given the focus on enhancing broadband connectivity, firms that can demonstrate experience in similar projects or research capabilities may find this an advantageous contract to pursue, fostering growth and visibility within the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-LONDON: Councils' role improving communities' broadband connectivity

Notice Description

The LGA is commissioning a piece of research to evidence the benefits of councils leading the roll out of the superfast broadband programme in their areas with a view to influencing the proposed gigabit-broadband delivery model. To inform the findings of this research the project will undertake a programme of engagement with both councils and broadband providers. 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.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9918400c-1593-4722-b611-67315d3a123e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d2ce80b7-aaca-44ce-a14a-35bf3e760f65
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
£25,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Feb 20206 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 Feb 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
28 Feb 2020 - 31 Mar 2020 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LOCAL GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3HZ
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
TLI London
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

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