Tender

The Digital Durham Programme for Provision of Broadband Infrastructure across County Durham, Gateshead & Sunderland

DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL

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Tender

26 Nov 2019 at 16:21

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by Durham County Council, is focused on the Digital Durham Programme for the provision of broadband infrastructure across County Durham, Gateshead, and Sunderland. The contract is divided into three lots, covering various regions, with a total estimated value of £9,676,770. The open procurement method was employed, and the tender period is set to conclude on 16th February 2020, with contract execution expected to commence from 30th April 2020 to 30th June 2022. The relevant industry category pertains to communication and telecommunication services, specifically classified under CPV code 32000000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the communication and telecommunication sectors, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). Companies capable of delivering broadband infrastructure services are encouraged to apply, especially those with experience in rural and urban broadband solutions. The structure of the contract allows bidders to submit proposals for one or more of the three lots, enabling businesses to tailor their bids based on their capabilities and regional focus.

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Notice Title

The Digital Durham Programme for Provision of Broadband Infrastructure across County Durham, Gateshead & Sunderland

Notice Description

The Digital Durham Programme for provision of broadband infrastructure across County Durham, Gateshead & Sunderland. This contract is broken down into 3 Lots: 1. Durham (Rural Funding) (1) 2. Durham (Other) (2) 3. Gateshead & Sunderland (3). Bidders can apply for 1 or more Lots.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8e0a8505-6417-4fe0-be89-10e2eb063032
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

32000000 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£9,676,770 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Nov 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 Feb 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
29 Apr 2020 - 30 Jun 2022 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
MacKenzie Heath
Contact Email
mackenzie.heath@durham.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 3000264859

Buyer Location

Locality
DURHAM
Postcode
DH1 5UL
Post Town
Durham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC41 Durham
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)

Local Authority
County Durham
Electoral Ward
Neville's Cross
Westminster Constituency
City of Durham

Further Information

Notice Documents

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