Tender

Internet Connectivity

NORTHUMBERLAND NATIONAL PARK AUTHORITY

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Tender

19 Sep 2025 at 11:23

Summary of the contracting process

Northumberland National Park Authority is seeking to procure Internet Connectivity services, aiming to contract with a single supplier for multiple sites. This open competition under the procurement method category of services is specifically targeted towards Internet service providers (ISP). The process is currently in the tender stage, with submissions accepted until 10:00 on 13 October 2025. Enquiries about the tender can be made through the provided e-tendering platform until 7 October 2025. The procurement has an estimated value of £40,000, structured below the threshold, ensuring broader participation. The service is vital for the seamless operation of 8 different locations, contributing to the authority's comprehensive digital infrastructure.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for ISPs aiming to expand their service portfolios and solidify their presence in the public sector market. SMEs with robust connectivity solutions and competitive pricing models could find great value in bidding for this contract, as the evaluation criteria weigh heavily on cost (80%) over quality (20%). Given its scope and location, businesses with capacity for flexible, scalable solutions that can meet the authority's demands without compromising service quality are particularly well-positioned to benefit from this initiative. This contract also offers the potential for long-term collaboration, spanning from December 2025 to December 2028, thus providing a stable revenue stream for the successful bidder.

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Notice Title

Internet Connectivity

Notice Description

Northumberland National Park Authority has a requirement for Internet Connectivity and is inviting tenders from eligible suppliers. The preference is to contract a single provider for internet connectivity across 8 separate sites. Suppliers that would like to take part in this tender process are invited to "Express Interest" at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/nnpa upon which they will be given access to the full tender documentation delivery through this e-tendering system. When the tender documents have been made available involved suppliers will receive notification via email and the tender documents can be accessed from the "My Tenders" area of the e-tendering website (https://in-tendhost.co.uk/nnpa) and selecting the "View Details" button of this project. The deadline for submission of the tender will be 10am - 13 October 2025. Please allow sufficient time to make your return as late returns will not be permitted. Any questions relating to this tender should be made via correspondence on the website

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-059e18
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058093-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72411000 - Internet service providers ISP

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
13 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
5 Dec 2025 - 4 Dec 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTHUMBERLAND NATIONAL PARK AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
finance@nnpa.org.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
HEXHAM
Postcode
NE46 1BS
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)
TLC42 Northumberland
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Northumberland
Electoral Ward
Hexham East
Westminster Constituency
Hexham

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