Gigabit Infrastructure Subsidy Programme - Regional Supplier Contract - Norfolk

DEPARTMENT FOR SCIENCE, INNOVATION AND TECHNOLOGY

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the Gigabit Infrastructure Subsidy Programme in Norfolk, initiated by the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT), aims to subsidise the development of gigabit-capable broadband infrastructure in the UK regions unlikely to receive commercial investment. This programme is categorised under telecommunications services and spans a contract period from June 2023 to September 2035. The procurement stage has progressed to the contract award and update phase, with CityFibre Limited as the supplier. The tender, valued at £61.9 million, involves implementing a government programme to support the construction of broadband infrastructure catering to areas recognised as the final 20% in terms of reachability. The regional supplier contract is projected to endure up to nine years, marking its initiation on 23rd June 2023.

For businesses in telecommunications services, this project offers a unique opportunity for growth by engaging in building sustainable broadband networks. Companies with substantial experience in large-scale infrastructure projects, especially those versed in deploying gigabit networks, stand to benefit significantly. As the initiative focuses on the harder-to-reach areas of the UK, participating organisations could play a critical role in enhancing digital accessibility while tapping into government-subsidised projects. This contract not only offers economic prospects through its long-term duration and substantial funding but also allows businesses to expand their service portfolios and solidify their presence in under-served regions.

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Notice Title

Gigabit Infrastructure Subsidy Programme - Regional Supplier Contract - Norfolk

Notice Description

This procurement is for the award of a Regional Supplier Contract in the Norfolk region. This is part of the Gigabit Infrastructure Subsidy programme.<br/><br/>The Gigabit Infrastructure Subsidy programme is a government programme aimed to support the build of gigabit-capable broadband infrastructure in the areas of the UK which are unlikely to attract commercial investment for gigabit-capable broadband infrastructure within a reasonable timeframe, if at all, referred to as the final 20% (f20). Building Digital UK (BDUK, part of DCMS) will be targeting its market intervention in these areas of the UK via this subsidy award programme, to subsidise the build of gigabit-capable networks providing long-term, sustainable availability of wholesale gigabit broadband services in the hardest to reach parts of the UK. The Gigabit Infrastructure Subsidy programme builds on the success of existing programmes being delivered by BDUK to deliver gigabit-capable networks across the UK. It is envisaged this programme will last for up to 9 years and award contracts throughout that period.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Gigabit Infrastructure Subsidy programme is a government programme aimed to support the build of gigabit-capable broadband infrastructure in the areas of the UK which are unlikely to attract commercial investment for gigabit-capable broadband infrastructure within a reasonable timeframe, if at all, referred to as the final 20% (f20). Building Digital UK (BDUK, formerly an Executive agency of DCMS, now DSIT) will be targeting its market intervention in these areas of the UK via this subsidy award programme, to subsidise the build of gigabit-capable networks providing long-term, sustainable availability of wholesale gigabit broadband services in the hardest to reach parts of the UK. The Gigabit Infrastructure Subsidy programme builds on the success of existing programmes being delivered by BDUK to deliver gigabit-capable networks across the UK. It is envisaged this programme will last for up to 9 years and award contracts throughout that period.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-033102
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053036-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

64 - Postal and telecommunications services


CPV Codes

64200000 - Telecommunications services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£114,229,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
£114,229,000 £100M-£1B
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£304,986,391 £100M-£1B

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
6 Jun 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Jun 20233 years ago
Contract Period
22 Jun 2023 - 30 Sep 2035 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR SCIENCE, INNOVATION AND TECHNOLOGY
Additional Buyers

DEPARTMENT FOR DIGITAL, CULTURE, MEDIA AND SPORT

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2BQ
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
TLH1 East Anglia

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CITYFIBRE

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