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Streetworks Application

NORTHERN GAS NETWORKS LIMITED

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19 Sep 2024 at 10:30

Summary of the contracting process

Northern Gas Networks Limited (NGN), located in Leeds, has completed a procurement process titled "Streetworks Application" in the IT services industry. The procurement, classified under CPV code 72000000, involves extending the current contract with Symology Limited and upgrading to Aurora to manage streetworks activities between NGN and Highways Authorities (HAs). The contract, valued at £290,650, was signed on 17 September 2024. This procurement followed a limited negotiation method without a public call for tender, due to specific technical reasons and the critical integration of the current system within NGN’s operations. The associated procurement was in the 'Award' stage as of 19 September 2024, focusing on services essential for maintaining regulatory compliance and operational efficiency.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services, particularly those experienced with streetworks management solutions. Companies with capabilities in software development, consulting, and internet services would find this contract beneficial for growing their business within the utilities sector. The requirement for integration with existing systems and minimal transition risks underscores the potential for ongoing business relationships and customisation services. NGN’s reliance on Symology’s services highlights the importance of robust, reliable software solutions that comply with industry standards, making this an attractive contract for large-scale IT service providers.

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Notice Title

Streetworks Application

Notice Description

Northern Gas Networks (NGN) will be extending the current contract with Symology, and upgrading to Aurora which will provide a solution for the planning, management and coordination of Streetworks activities between NGN and key stakeholders (Highways Authorities (HA's) ). This allows NGN to notify the HA's of our intention to work, apply for a permit/lane rental to work and then manage that permit throughout the lifecycle of the works until final completion and reinstatement.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Northern Gas Networks (NGN) will be extending the current contract with Symology, and upgrading to Aurora which will provide a solution for the planning, management and coordination of Streetworks activities between NGN and key stakeholders (Highways Authorities (HA's) ). This allows NGN to notify the HA's of our intention to work, apply for a permit/lane rental to work and then manage that permit throughout the lifecycle of the works until final completion and reinstatement.

Procurement Information

The system is already integrated within NGN and changing supplier would incur significant risk to NGN to what is an essential and legal requirement ie NGN must have suitable systems in place to manage Streetworks with local Highway Authorities. The product is used by the majority of HA's and GDNs and NGN must keep risk of switching suppliers to a minimum.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-049c2c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029980-2024
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Negotiated without publication of a contract notice
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£290,650 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Sep 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Sep 20241 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTHERN GAS NETWORKS LIMITED
Contact Name
Harriet Wilkes
Contact Email
hwilkes@northerngas.co.uk
Contact Phone
+44 7813523683

Buyer Location

Locality
LEEDS
Postcode
LS15 8TU
Post Town
Leeds
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE42 Leeds
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber

Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Garforth & Swillington
Westminster Constituency
Leeds East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SYMOLOGY

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