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Colchester 5G Enabled Connected Tourism

COLCHESTER CITY COUNCIL

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19 Sep 2024 at 13:00

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Colchester City Council has awarded a contract titled "Colchester 5G Enabled Connected Tourism" to Freshwave Services Ltd. This initiative aims to transform Colchester, Britain's oldest recorded city, into a digitally connected hub using advanced technologies like full-fibre, 5G, and IoT. The contract, valued at £500,000, focuses on creating a 5G-enabled AR/VR connected tourism experience, covering Colchester Castle and the Roman Walls. The procurement was carried out through a selective, negotiated procedure and the award phase concluded on 3rd May 2024. The contract period starts on 1st November 2024 and ends on 31st October 2031, with implementation confined within the East of England.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in telecommunications services, particularly those proficient in 5G and wireless technology integration. SMEs and VCSEs are encouraged to compete, offering a chance to contribute to a high-profile project aimed at enhancing public 5G coverage and bridging connectivity gaps in Colchester. The diverse technological requirements suggest collaborative opportunities for firms with expertise in AR/VR, network infrastructure, and scalable digital solutions, enabling them to gain a foothold in a rapidly growing market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Colchester 5G Enabled Connected Tourism

Notice Description

Colchester, recognized as Britain's oldest recorded city and one of the fastest-growing UK boroughs, is located in North Essex and aims to position itself as a pioneering, digitally connected hub in the Eastern region of the UK. This vision involves harnessing advanced technologies such as full-fibre connectivity, 5G networks, and the Internet of Things (IoT). The scope of work centres on sourcing a wireless technology partner to design, build, and operate a 5G-enabled AR/VR connected tourism experience. This experience will span both within the Colchester Castle building and outdoors along the Roman Walls. The solution should be scalable to accommodate future growth and seamlessly integrate evolving wireless technologies. The contractor is expected to commit to enhancing public cellular 5G coverage across Colchester, addressing existing connectivity gaps.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/839a6d45-86c5-4641-97b7-4b93ee35cdfe
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Negotiated procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

64 - Postal and telecommunications services

CPV Codes

64200000 - Telecommunications services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Sep 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
2 May 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 May 20241 years ago
Contract Period
1 Nov 2024 - 31 Oct 2031 Over 5 years
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
COLCHESTER CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
COLCHESTER
Postcode
CO3 3WG
Post Town
Colchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH34 Essex Haven Gateway
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Colchester
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Colchester

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FRESHWAVE SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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