Planning

HS2 Ltd Third Party Communications 'Shadow Operator' Pre!-Procurement Market Engagement

HS2 LTD

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Planning

14 Sep 2021 at 21:45

Summary of the contracting process

HS2 Ltd is procuring a 'Shadow Telecoms Operator' through a pre-procurement market engagement process based in the UK, specifically covering the HS2 Phase One and Phase 2a routes from London to Birmingham and extending to Crewe. The procurement is currently in the planning stage and involves telecommunication consultancy services, with a total estimated contract value of £4,000,000. Interested parties must register by 12:00 pm (UK Time) on 24 September 2021, and the deadline for returning the market engagement questionnaire is 06 October 2021. The procurement method is anticipated to include a formal call for competition in the future, reacting to market interest and data collected from potential suppliers.

This opportunity offers significant potential for businesses in the telecommunications and consultancy sectors, particularly those with expertise in telecommunications network infrastructure, operational management, and third-party service provision. Companies that specialise in mobile telecommunications, network design, and installation services would find this tender particularly relevant. Engaging with HS2 Ltd during this pre-procurement phase allows businesses to influence the procurement approach and better align their proposals to meet the project's requirements, ultimately enhancing their competitiveness in future tenders.

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Notice Title

HS2 Ltd Third Party Communications 'Shadow Operator' Pre!-Procurement Market Engagement

Notice Description

A Pre-Procurement market engagement questionnaire to support the procurement of a Third Party Communications 'Shadow Telecoms Operator'. To register your interest for this event, please use the following link: https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/ShadowTelecomsOperator/ Registration deadline is 12.00 pm (UK Time) 24-09-2021 Market Engagement Questionnaire return deadline is 12.00 pm (UK Time) on 06-10-2021

Lot Information

Lot 1

The core objective of the Third Party Communications (TPC) Package is to provide third party communication services across HS2's Phase One and Phase 2a routes, including the provision of: passenger communication systems to support voice and data mobile communications for HS2 customers throughout the HS2 estate, emergency services network (ESN) coverage, station data network (fixed, operational and public Wi-Fi) within HS2 stations and non-rail/ other communication services to external parties utilising HS2 Ltd's fibre backbone. HS2 Ltd will undertake a two-stage procurement for the delivery and operation of the TPC Package. The first procurement (expected to be awarded in 2023) will be to design and build the TPC network infrastructure and to act as the Interim Operator managing the infrastructure and providing (through arranging contracts with one or more mobile network operators) ESN and limited voice/ data services principally for the HS2 workforce during the trial and testing stage of the HS2 railway. The second procurement (expected to be awarded in 2027/28) will be for the appointment of an Operating Partner who will be responsible for operating and commercialising the TPC package once the HS2 railway is operational. It will be a considerable amount of time before the Operating Partner is appointed. This means that an Operating Partner will not be in place to oversee - and provide commercial input - into the TPC design, construction, and initial operation during the HS2 railway testing stage. HS2 Ltd intends to appoint a Third Party Communications Shadow Telecoms Operator bringing expert telecoms experience to: * Advise HS2 Ltd on the third party telecommunications design and construction from the perspective of a long term commercially minded Operator; * Provide HS2 Ltd with an intelligent client function to minimise the risk of information asymmetries between HS2 Ltd and the D&B Contractor; * Undertake a "Design Review" of the D+B Contractor's TPC design proposals; * Help ensure that the TPC package is developed in a manner which is fit for purpose and likely to meet the requirements of the future Operating Partner and MNOs; * Act as a 'guiding mind' on the long-term technological and commercial viability of the infrastructure being delivered. This is expected to include consideration of future commercial opportunities which the Operating Partner may be able to take advantage of and advice on how the delivery of TPC may be enhanced to maximise future investment opportunities and commercial return. * Provide oversight of the Interim Operator's negotiations with ESN/MNO for the provision of interim operations and ESN services in a manner that supports the long-term commercial interests of HS2 Ltd and the future operating partner; * Facilitate a smooth transition of the TPC Package from the Interim Operator to the appointed Operating Partner; * Support HS2 Ltd with considering and negotiating any contractual changes where deemed necessary to meet HS2 Ltd's overall requirements and drive value for money outcomes. HS2 Ltd would like to issue a pre-market engagement questionnaire and engage with your organisation in order to: a. Provide potential suppliers with an overview on the scope and procurement approach; b. Give potential suppliers the opportunity to give feedback on HS2 Ltd.'s intended approach; c. Test market appetite to bid for the opportunity. Additional information: A market engagement questionnaire will be provided. Please return your completed questionnaire via email to HS2 Ltd Supply Chain Team at scc@hs2.org.uk by noon 06-10-2021.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02e0d0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022882-2021
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
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

45 - Construction work

48 - Software package and information systems

50 - Repair and maintenance services

51 - Installation services (except software)

64 - Postal and telecommunications services

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

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

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

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

32200000 - Transmission apparatus for radiotelephony, radiotelegraphy, radio broadcasting and television

32400000 - Networks

32412100 - Telecommunications network

32500000 - Telecommunications equipment and supplies

45232332 - Ancillary works for telecommunications

45314000 - Installation of telecommunications equipment

48219700 - Communications server software package

50330000 - Maintenance services of telecommunications equipment

50331000 - Repair and maintenance services of telecommunications lines

50332000 - Telecommunications-infrastructure maintenance services

51300000 - Installation services of communications equipment

64000000 - Postal and telecommunications services

64200000 - Telecommunications services

64212000 - Mobile-telephone services

64227000 - Integrated telecommunications services

71311300 - Infrastructure works consultancy services

71316000 - Telecommunication consultancy services

72246000 - Systems consultancy services

79418000 - Procurement consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Sep 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
30 Mar 2022Expired
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
HS2 LTD
Contact Name
HS2 Procurement
Contact Email
scc@hs2.org.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B4 6GA
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

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