Planning

Contract for a Network Partnership

GATESHEAD BOROUGH COUNCIL

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14 May 2025 at 08:34

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

14 May 2025 at 08:32

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Gateshead Borough Council is undertaking a procurement process titled "Contract for a Network Partnership," aimed at acquiring an independent external partner to collaborate with their Cyber Security and Network Teams. This procurement is part of the planned process, focusing on the Networks industry category and located in region UKC22, United Kingdom. The council's goal is to establish a secure, scalable, and cost-effective connectivity network tailored to specific business requirements. The procurement is currently in the planning stage, with key activities including a two-stage market engagement process. The first stage involves a questionnaire available online until 30th May 2025, followed by one-on-one meetings with potential suppliers. The contract period is scheduled from 1st October 2025 to 30th September 2030, with further communication expected by 1st July 2025.

This tender offers robust opportunities for businesses with expertise in network solutions and cyber security. Companies capable of delivering scalable, secure networking solutions aligned with governmental operational needs are well-suited to compete. Engaging in this process allows businesses to establish strong partnerships with a key public authority, enhancing their portfolio and providing a path to future growth in public sector engagements. Enterprises with innovative network technologies and cost-effective solutions will find this opportunity particularly beneficial.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Contract for a Network Partnership

Notice Description

Gateshead Council is looking to procure an independent external partner with extensive knowledge and expertise to work closely with the Council's Cyber Security and Network Teams. The aim of the partnership is to deliver a secure connectivity network that is tailored to meet specific business requirements, scalable, and cost-effective, ensuring efficient and uninterrupted operations.

Planning Information

market engagement will be in two stages, the first is a questionnaire available for review and submission via the OPEN tender portal, https://www.open-uk.org/opportunities under OPEN2025805. This will be followed up by 1-2-1 meetings with interested suppliers. Full details can be found within the Market engagement questionnaire available via the OPEN tender portal https://www.open-uk.org/opportunities under reference OPEN2025805

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0512a3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021079-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement 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

CPV Codes

32400000 - Networks

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Jul 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2025 - 30 Sep 2030 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
GATESHEAD BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@gateshead.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
GATESHEAD
Postcode
NE8 1HH
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
TLC22 Tyneside
Local Authority
Gateshead
Electoral Ward
Bridges
Westminster Constituency
Gateshead Central and Whickham

Further Information

Notice Documents

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