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The Provision of a 5G Private Network atTees Dock, Teesport

PD TEESPORT LIMITED

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Award

07 Apr 2026 at 17:13

Tender

29 Aug 2025 at 14:09

Summary of the contracting process

PD Teesport Limited, a private utility based in Middlesbrough, has completed the procurement process for the provision of a 5G private network at Tees Dock, Teesport. This project, under the category of local area network services, was conducted using an open procurement method, specifically a competitive flexible procedure. The contract was awarded on 7th April 2026 to WIG Indoor Networks Limited, a large-scale company located in London. The awarded contract for services is gross valued at £2,383,200 and is set to commence on 18th May 2026, with an initial end date of 17th May 2034, subject to potential extension. The procurement process aimed to implement and support a resilient Private 5G wireless network that integrates with the company’s IT/OT networks.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in telecommunications, particularly those with capabilities in 5G network infrastructure. The single-stage open tender process, which invited comprehensive submissions including site visits and presentations, is well-suited to firms that can offer high-quality solutions as prioritised by the 60% weighting on quality criteria. As the contract covers diverse regions across the United Kingdom, businesses capable of delivering extensive network services stand to benefit substantially. This opportunity aligns with the strategic growth potential for businesses looking to expand their market reach in advanced wireless network solutions.

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Notice Title

The Provision of a 5G Private Network atTees Dock, Teesport

Notice Description

Implementation, support, and detailed monitoring of a highly resilient Private 5G wireless network. The wireless network will provide connectivity back to the Company's Information Technology/Operational Technology (IT/OT) network for onward connectivity to the Company's Data Centres.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: A single extension of 3 years is optional provided the spectrum band is available for the extension

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0590a1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031676-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

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


CPV Codes

32410000 - Local area network

72710000 - Local area network services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£800,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£800,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
£2,383,200 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
26 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
17 May 2026 - 17 May 2034 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
PD TEESPORT LIMITED
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
MIDDLESBROUGH
Postcode
TS2 1AH
Post Town
Cleveland
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC3 Tees Valley
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC32 South Teesside
Delivery Location
TLC12 South Teesside

Local Authority
Middlesbrough
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Middlesbrough and Thornaby East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WIG INDOOR NETWORKS

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