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Digital Infrastructure technical expertise

CITY OF BRADFORD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COUNCIL

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09 Apr 2026 at 14:35

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09 Apr 2026 at 14:05

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09 Apr 2026 at 13:52

Summary of the contracting process

The City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council has awarded a contract titled "Digital Infrastructure Technical Expertise" to Regional Network Solutions Limited. This procurement, finalised on 9th April 2026, falls under the services category, focusing on telecommunication consultancy and related IT services. It targets the enhancement of broadband and mobile connectivity across Bradford, classified under the region UKE41. The contract, valued at £50,400 (net), is part of a broader effort over two financial years and utilises a direct procurement method below the competitive threshold. The award status is active, and the contract period extends from 9th April 2026 to 31st March 2028, with a possible extension based on funding and performance.

This contract offers significant business growth opportunities, particularly for those involved in digital infrastructure and connectivity solutions. Companies that specialise in IT services, consulting, telecommunication infrastructure, and digital enhancement will find this tender particularly suitable. With a focus on accelerating digital connectivity, businesses will gain the chance to contribute to regional technological advancements, potentially leading to long-term collaborations and further opportunities within the public sector. As the contract is active, businesses with the ability to deliver sustained digital solutions and support will benefit from engaging with this project.

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Notice Title

Digital Infrastructure technical expertise

Notice Description

Externally funded specialist digital connectivity consultancy expertise over two financial years to accelerate broadband and mobile connectivity across the district

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067f33
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032535-2026
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
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

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


CPV Codes

71316000 - Telecommunication consultancy services

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£50,400 Under £100K
Contracts Value
£50,400 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
8 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CITY OF BRADFORD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRADFORD
Postcode
BD1 1HX
Post Town
Bradford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE41 Bradford
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Bradford
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Bradford West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

REGIONAL NETWORK SOLUTIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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