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12 Jun 2026 at 15:14

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12 May 2026 at 16:06

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01 Apr 2026 at 15:53

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process led by NYNET Public Sector Limited has successfully concluded with the awarding of the "Openreach Ethernet Services Contracts" to OPENREACH LIMITED. This contract, focusing on the telecommunications services industry, involves the provision of Ethernet Services, specifically Ethernet Access Direct (EAD) and Ethernet Backhaul Direct (EBD), in regions where Openreach is the sole final mile supplier, primarily targeting rural areas within North Yorkshire, United Kingdom. The procurement, characterised by a direct award method due to technical necessities, has reached the award stage as of 12th June 2026, following the signing on 22nd May 2026. The contract commences on 1st June 2026, extending until 31st May 2029, with a potential renewal option of a 24-month extension.

This tender presents opportunities for business growth, particularly for companies involved in telecommunications and network services. Businesses that specialise in the provision and maintenance of critical network infrastructure in rural settings may find avenues for expansion, given the essential nature of the services to connect rural sites. Large-scale telecommunications suppliers or smaller niche companies capable of providing critical network extensions in underserved areas are well-suited to compete in similar direct procurement processes, especially where unique technical specifications necessitate single supplier solutions. The contract value, exceeding GBP 1.7 million, reflects significant investment in critical infrastructure stability and connectivity, opening business opportunities aligned with these strategic needs.

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Notice Title

Openreach Ethernet Services Contracts

Notice Description

The provision of Ethernet Services including Ethernet Access Direct (EAD) and Ethernet Backhaul Direct (EBD) in areas where Openreach are the only final mile supplier.

Procurement Information

As part of a business re-organisation, NYnet Limited is transferring the majority of its operations to NYnet Public Sector Limited The contract relates to provision of Ethernet Services including Ethernet Access Direct (EAD) and Ethernet Backhaul Direct (EBD) in areas where Openreach are the only final mile supplier. These are in rural areas where there is no other Supplier providing these services. There are no reasonable alternatives to the services required as the required services are essential for the functioning of both the core and access network and allow rural sites in North Yorkshire to connect together. Without the Services, NYnet Public Sector Limited would be unable to provide Wide Area Network Solution services to these rural areas.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067b31
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055864-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

64 - Postal and telecommunications services


CPV Codes

64200000 - Telecommunications services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,437,012 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
£1,437,012 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Jun 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Apr 20264 months ago
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 31 May 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NYNET PUBLIC SECTOR 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
HARROGATE
Postcode
HG2 7LW
Post Town
Harrogate
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE2 North Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE22 North Yorkshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
North Yorkshire
Electoral Ward
Fairfax & Starbeck
Westminster Constituency
Harrogate and Knaresborough

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

OPENREACH

Further Information

Notice Documents

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