Award

Provision of Broadband for South Tyneside Schools

SOUTH TYNESIDE COUNCIL

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Award

07 Apr 2025 at 09:43

Summary of the contracting process

South Tyneside Council has completed the procurement process for the "Provision of Broadband for South Tyneside Schools," which falls under the industry category of Internet network (CPV code 32412110). The procurement utilised a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. This contract, valued at £350,000, was awarded to Durham County Council. The contract spans from 1st April 2024 to 31st March 2027, with services to be provided across the North East region of the United Kingdom. The award was officially published on 7th April 2025, with the original tender period closing on 1st March 2024.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses in the broadband and network services sector, particularly those familiar with educational environments. It is well-suited for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) due to its targeted approach and the specific needs of local schools. Companies engaging in public sector contracts or specialising in wide area network (WAN) services will find this tender aligned with their capabilities, facilitating business expansion within the North East region's educational institutions.

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Notice Title

Provision of Broadband for South Tyneside Schools

Notice Description

Broadband for Openzone for South Tyneside Schools - WAN Services

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-daa8f49f-3345-4050-9704-9fcf2e9e032a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/940f20dd-f0f4-4102-97ba-e9c6605fd89c
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
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
£350,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£350,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Mar 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Mar 20241 years ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2024 - 31 Mar 2027 2-3 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
SOUTH TYNESIDE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Marie Cairns
Contact Email
marie.cairns@southtyneside.gov.uk
Contact Phone
0191 4244020

Buyer Location

Locality
SOUTH SHIELDS
Postcode
NE33 2RL
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)

Local Authority
South Tyneside
Electoral Ward
Beacon and Bents
Westminster Constituency
South Shields

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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