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GIS Programme - Regional Supplier Contract - Dorset & South Somerset

DEPARTMENT FOR SCIENCE, INNOVATION AND TECHNOLOGY

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30 May 2023 at 10:17

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Gigabit Infrastructure Subsidy Programme - Regional Supplier Contract - Dorset & South Somerset" has been initiated by the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT). This contract is part of a government strategy to enhance telecommunications services by building gigabit-capable broadband infrastructure in less commercially attractive regions of the UK, targeting the final 20% (f20) to receive broadband services. The project covers the Dorset and South Somerset regions, intending to support up to 22,604 premises with sustainable gigabit network services by 2039. As of now, the procurement has moved onwards from the tender stage, with an award announced to Wessex Internet Limited. The procurement process followed a selective method under the restricted procedure, adhering to the Public Contracts Regulations 2015, and the contract is expected to commence on 27th March 2024, continuing until 30th September 2036.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in telecommunications infrastructure and related services. Companies capable of designing, building, and operating gigabit-capable networks, particularly those with experience in scaling operations to cover larger geographical and premises scopes, would find this project well-suited. Additionally, businesses involved in the installation and maintenance of telecommunications equipment and infrastructure within the South West England region, especially small and medium enterprises (SMEs), can benefit from participating in this government-backed programme. The project's large scale implies long-term engagement, ensuring sustainable business involvement and potential revenue growth through an active partnership with the UK Government's digital expansion initiatives.

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Notice Title

GIS Programme - Regional Supplier Contract - Dorset & South Somerset

Notice Description

This procurement is for the award of a Regional Supplier Contract in the Dorset & South Somerset 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.

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, a unit of 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-03d029
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011102-2026
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, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

64 - Postal and telecommunications services


CPV Codes

64200000 - Telecommunications services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£43,150,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£43,150,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£71,750,132 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
4 Jul 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Mar 20241 years ago
Contract Period
27 Mar 2024 - 30 Sep 2036 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
BDUK, Procurement Team
Contact Email
bduksuppliers@bduk.gov.uk, bduksuppliers@dcms.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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
TLK2 Dorset and Somerset

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WESSEX INTERNET

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