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29 Jul 2026 at 13:40

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the Provision of Webcasting Services was managed by Epping Forest District Council, located in Epping, United Kingdom. The procurement has been completed with the contract awarded to PUBLIC-I GROUP LIMITED. The process was classified under the services category, focusing on internet services and broadcasting equipment, planned to be delivered in the region of UKH35. This project did not involve a competitive procurement method, as it was conducted below the threshold without competition. Key dates include the contract commencement on 30th June 2026, with an end date set for 29th March 2029. The contract's gross value is £40,782, reflecting a strategic initiative to enhance webcasting capabilities within the council over the intended duration.

This tender presents a growth opportunity for businesses specialising in webcasting and related internet services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), like PUBLIC-I GROUP LIMITED, which focus on broadcasting and tech services, would find this type of contract appealing due to its niche market and specific technical service requirements. The direct procurement method indicates that organisations with established relationships or those known for providing reliable, specialised services without requiring competition were at an advantage. Companies with skills in integrating broadcasting equipment and internet services can expand their portfolio by engaging in similar projects, thereby enhancing their market presence and demonstrating their capability to deploy technology-driven solutions effectively.

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Notice Title

Provision of Webcasting Services

Notice Description

Contract for the Provision of Webcasting Services

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d6a2
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071768-2026
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

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

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


CPV Codes

32210000 - Broadcasting equipment

72400000 - Internet services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£33,985 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Jun 20261 months ago
Contract Period
29 Jun 2026 - 29 Mar 2029 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EPPING FOREST DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
EPPING
Postcode
CM16 4BZ
Post Town
Chelmsford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH35 West Essex
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Epping Forest
Electoral Ward
Epping West & Rural
Westminster Constituency
Epping Forest

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PUBLIC-I GROUP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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