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TVCA-PROC-0782 - Tees Valley IoT Network Consultancy

TEES VALLEY COMBINED AUTHORITY

This public procurement record has 5 releases in its history.

Award

14 May 2026 at 14:07

Award

29 Apr 2026 at 14:50

TenderUpdate

27 Mar 2026 at 14:43

Tender

19 Mar 2026 at 12:38

Planning

10 Feb 2026 at 16:05

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is centred around the Tees Valley IoT Network Consultancy, an initiative led by the Tees Valley Combined Authority, located in Darlington, United Kingdom. This contract pertains to the services industry, specifically focusing on feasibility studies and advisory services for an Internet of Things (IoT) network in the Tees Valley Region. The procurement follows an open competition method, suitable for engagements below the threshold. The process has recently reached the award and contract stage, with FarrPoint Limited awarded on 6th May 2026, and the contract activation date commencing on 11th May 2026. The project is planned to conclude its initial phase by 10th September 2026, with potential for further phases depending on several factors, including feasibility study outcomes and internal approvals.

This tender offers significant business growth potential for consultancies specialising in IoT networks and feasibility studies. It offers a phased contractual approach where successful completion of the initial feasibility study could lead to further extensive work, including implementation and evaluation of the IoT network. Small and medium enterprises, particularly those with expertise in technology consultancy and conducting feasibility studies, are well-suited to participate and benefit from the opportunities presented by this contract. The scope for additional phases under a potential contract modification could also provide extended business opportunities, thereby encouraging enduring partnerships with the Tees Valley Combined Authority.

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Notice Title

TVCA-PROC-0782 - Tees Valley IoT Network Consultancy

Notice Description

Tees Valley Combined Authority (the 'Contracting Authority') part of the Tees Valley Combined Authority Group have procured consultancy support to conduct a feasibility study around the usage / construction of an IoT network across the Tees Valley Region. This contract will be delivered in multiple phases. Phase 1 is a feasibility study to understand whether TVCA should invest in using or building an IoT network across the region. Should the feasibility study recommend that TVCA should invest in this, additional phases may be required under this contract including use case identification and design, procurement support, deployment support and benefits evaluation and monitoring. These additional phases are not guaranteed and are dependent on: a) TVCA internal approval to proceed including budget approval; b) the strategic decision to invest in an IoT network; and c) satisfactory Provider performance in Phase 1. If the above conditions are fulfilled, TVCA reserves the right to instruct the Provider to deliver some or all of the additional phases through a permitted contract modification under the Procurement Act 2023. This may be undertaken using an 'permitted modification' in accordance with Section 74 and Schedule 8 of the Act, where the modification is provided for in the Contract. This Contract therefore includes an express provision enabling TVCA to introduce additional phases via a Contract Variation, provided that: - the nature of the additional phases falls within the high-level scope described in this Specification; - the procurement documents clearly state the maximum potential contract value inclusive of all phases; and - the modification does not alter the overall nature of the Contract beyond what was originally described. Any additional phases instructed under this mechanism will be formalised through a written Variation Letter, specifying the detailed scope, deliverables, timelines, pricing and social value. Pricing for additional phases will be agreed with the Provider following finalisation of the scope but prior to issuing the Variation Letter and will be based on the methodology and day rates submitted at tender stage. TVCA is not obliged to instruct the Provider to undertake any work beyond Phase 1. Phase 1 maximum value: PS62,440 Maximum contract value if all phases are delivered under this Contract: PS150,000

Planning Information

The Contracting Authority seeks to engage the market through this Pre-Tender Market Engagement (PTME) exercise in preparation for the potential procurement of a supplier to provide cost benefit analysis for the utilisation or construction of a LoRaWAN network in the Tees Valley. Pre-tender market engagement clarification question deadline: 16/02/2026 at 15:00 Pre-tender market engagement submission deadline: 20/02/2026 at 15:00

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064d0b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044456-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

71241000 - Feasibility study, advisory service, analysis

79314000 - Feasibility study

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 May 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
10 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
20 Feb 2026Expired
Award Date
28 Apr 20261 months ago
Contract Period
10 May 2026 - 10 Sep 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TEES VALLEY COMBINED AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DARLINGTON
Postcode
DL2 1NJ
Post Town
Darlington
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC3 Tees Valley
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC33 Darlington
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Darlington
Electoral Ward
Sadberge & Middleton St George
Westminster Constituency
Stockton West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FARRPOINT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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