Tender

Global Networks Programme

NATIONAL GRID UK LIMITED

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TenderUpdate

01 Jun 2022 at 16:09

Planning

26 Feb 2021 at 12:42

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Global Networks Programme" is initiated by NATIONAL GRID UK LIMITED, with operations primarily in the Networks sector, specifically for goods. This tender is planned to provide network services through three main Lots: Fibre Supply & Maintenance in the UK, Optel Managed Service also in the UK, and CNI Network Services in the UK. The estimated total value of the contract is £450,000,000, making it a significant opportunity within the industry. Interested parties must submit their expression of interest and confirm registration of relevant codes by 26 March 2021, in order to participate in the subsequent stages of the procurement process.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses that specialise in telecommunications and network services, particularly those focused on fibre-optic technologies and managed services. Companies involved in providing robust cybersecurity features and those that can deliver maintenance and innovative solutions for operational telecommunications would be well-positioned to compete for these contracts. The ability to register against all UVDB codes for each Lot is critical for suppliers aiming to be invited to the Pre-Qualification Stage, ensuring they meet the standards set forth by the NATIONAL GRID UK and its affiliates.

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Notice Title

Global Networks Programme

Notice Description

for provision of Network services across 5 Lots: 1) Fibre Supply & Maintenance - UK Only 2) Optel Managed Service - UK only 3) CNI Network Services - UK only 4) Enterprise Networks - Global UK & US 5) Networks Operations Center - Global UK & US Note - Estimated Total Value across ALL Lots

Lot Information

Fibre Supply & Maintenance - UK Only

Fibre Supply & Maintenance - UK Only, to consist of: UK based Fibre provision, support and Maintenance, with continued cyber and physical security enhancements. Provision, repair, support and maintenance of fibre connections from National Grid operational locations. Opportunity to innovate for end to end replacement subject to Regulator outcome. Consists of Customer owned fibre network, and cross site connections includes 3rd party lines non-National grid fibre links (Dark & lit fibre), Fault detection monitoring. UVDB Codes to be registered on Achilles: 1.4.1 Telecommunications Equipment & Accessories 2.1.11 IT Network Services (LAN/WAN/SAN) 2.1.13 Telecommunication Equipment Associated Services

Optel Managed Service - UK only

Optel Managed Service - UK only to consist of: UK based Provision, support and maintenance, with continued cyber and physical security enhancements. Protection, SCADA, Operational Telephony and Data Services for Electricity Transmission & System Operator across Customer owned Operational Telecommunications (OPTEL) network. Covers full technology replacement and ongoing maintenance, service, addition of new sites. Provision of a National Operation Centre for Faults, configuration, Accounting, performance and security for Operational Telephony and fibre services UVDB Codes to be registered on Achilles: 1.4.1 Telecommunications Equipment & Accessories 1.4.28 Satellite Communications Equipment 1.4.99 Other Telecommunications Equipment 1.5.5 Network Equipment & Accessories 2.1.8 Telecommunication Network Services 2.1.11 IT Network Services (LAN/WAN/SAN) 2.1.13 Telecommunication Equipment Associated Services

CNI Network Services - UK only

CNI Network Services - UK only to consist of: UK based support and maintenance, replacement as required and extensions, with continued cyber and physical security enhancements Gas and Electric operationally critical services across all Control and Data centre sites, and remote connectivity to Field Gas sites. UVDB Codes to be registered on Achilles: 1.4.1 Telecommunications Equipment & Accessories 1.4.6 SCADA & Telecontrol Equipment 1.4.9 Antennae/Aerial Masts 1.4.28 Satellite Communications Equipment 1.4.99 Other Telecommunications Equipment 1.5.5 Network Equipment & Accessories 2.1.8 Telecommunication Network Services 2.1.11 IT Network Services (LAN/WAN/SAN) 2.1.13 Telecommunication Equipment Associated Services

Enterprise Networks - Global UK & US

Enterprise Networks - Global UK & US to consist of: Global (US & UK) provision, support and maintenance MPLS Transport network, SDWAN, internet & Cloud access, Labour services for Field support, Hardware & infrastructure provision and maintenance, with continued cyber and physical security enhancements UVDB Codes to be registered on Achilles: 1.4.1 Telecommunications Equipment & Accessories 1.4.99 Other Telecommunications Equipment 1.5.5 Network Equipment & Accessories 2.1.8 Telecommunication Network Services 2.1.11 IT Network Services (LAN/WAN/SAN) 2.1.13 Telecommunication Equipment Associated Services

Networks Operations Center - Global UK & US

Networks Operations Center - Global UK & US to consist of: Global (US & UK) provision, support and maintenance To support Enterprise Networks in US and UK, and some critical operational sites in the US and UK, with continued cyber and physical security enhancements UVDB Codes to be registered on Achilles: 1.4.1 Telecommunications Equipment & Accessories 1.4.99 Other Telecommunications Equipment 1.5.5 Network Equipment & Accessories 2.1.8 Telecommunication Network Services 2.1.11 IT Network Services (LAN/WAN/SAN) 2.7.6.4 Multi-Utility Network Management

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0296a5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015417-2022
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

32400000 - Networks

32412000 - Communications network

32425000 - Network operating system

32561000 - Fibre-optic connections

72700000 - Computer network services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£450,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Jun 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
26 Mar 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
28 Mar 2021Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NATIONAL GRID UK LIMITED
Additional Buyers

NATIONAL GRID USA SERVICE COMPANY, INC.

Contact Name
Andy Wright
Contact Email
andy.wright@nationalgrid.com
Contact Phone
+44 7832156146

Buyer Location

Locality
WARWICK
Postcode
CV34 6DA
Post Town
Coventry
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG13 Warwickshire CC
Delivery Location
TLI London

Local Authority
Warwick
Electoral Ward
Warwick Myton & Heathcote
Westminster Constituency
Warwick and Leamington

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