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Planning

07 Aug 2026 at 11:47

Summary of the contracting process

The Dover Harbour Board is planning a procurement process titled "IT Infrastructure Framework," aimed at enhancing their IT systems in Dover, United Kingdom. This process is in the planning stage as of 7th August 2026, with a closing date for expressions of interest set for 30th September 2026. The framework revolves around four key areas: Access Control, CCTV, Data Cabling & Infrastructure, and Radio Infrastructure. The procurement method employed is a selective, competitive flexible procedure, allowing for the establishment of a framework agreement. The tender falls under the "works" category in private utility services, and it has a significant scope as it is above the threshold limit. It is anticipated that work will begin on 1st January 2027 and last until 1st January 2030.

This procurement offers businesses an excellent opportunity for growth, especially for those specialising in telecommunications equipment, electrical installations, and security systems. Given its focus on IT infrastructure and related installations, companies that provide supply, testing, maintenance, and repair services can significantly benefit. Moreover, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate. The award criteria are balanced favourably between quality (40%) and price (60%), making it suitable for companies of varying sizes. The project is structured into multiple lots, providing multiple entry points for businesses with expertise in specific areas such as cabling, CCTV, and radar systems.

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Notice Title

IT Infrastructure Framework

Notice Description

Dover Harbour Board intend to establish an IT Infrastructure Framework centred around 4 Lots: 1. Access Control 2. CCTV 3. Data Cabling & Infrastructure 4. Radio Infrastructure

Lot Information

Data Cabling & Infrastructure

Supply, installation, repairs, testing and maintenance to assets such as fibre optic cabling, CAT6a cabling and signalling cabling

CCTV Infrastructure

The successful tenderer(s) shall be capable of supplying, installing, terminating, testing and commissioning CCTV cabling and associated hardware. The works may include CCTV equipment required to interface with existing FLIR/DVTEL IP CCTV systems, Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) solutions and standalone digital CCTV systems. All installations shall be fully configured, tested and commissioned to confirm compatibility and satisfactory operation with the relevant CCTV system.

Radio Infrastructure

The types of works and assets to be affected include, though are not limited to, the following: Radio Systems, Radar and Navigational Equipment The Contractor shall provide installation, testing, commissioning, maintenance and repair services for radio, radar and navigational systems and associated equipment. The works may include, but shall not be limited to: Trunked Radio Systems Installation, maintenance and repair of trunked radio systems, including Motorola systems and associated equipment, cabling and interfaces. Radar Systems Installation, maintenance and repair of radar systems, including associated control and signal cabling, waveguides and other interfacing cables and equipment. Vessel-Mounted Navigational Aids Installation, testing, commissioning, maintenance and repair of vessel-mounted navigational aids and associated equipment. Meteorological Sensors Installation, testing, commissioning, maintenance and repair of meteorological sensors and associated equipment, cabling and interfaces.

Access Control Infrastructure

The works may include, but shall not be limited to, the supply, installation, repair and maintenance of the following: Shielded-pair cabling; Low-voltage magnetic-lock cabling; Access-control reader cabling; Low-voltage control-system cabling; Door-release devices; Emergency break-glass units; Access-control readers; and Associated hardware and system interfaces.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06df10
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075278-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

42 - Industrial machinery

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

35125300 - Security cameras

38100000 - Navigational and meteorological instruments

38115000 - Radar apparatus

38115100 - Radar surveillance equipment

42961100 - Access control system

45222300 - Engineering work for security installations

45310000 - Electrical installation work

45312330 - Radio aerial installation work

45314000 - Installation of telecommunications equipment

45314300 - Installation of cable infrastructure

50333000 - Maintenance services of radio-communications equipment

50610000 - Repair and maintenance services of security equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Aug 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Sep 20263 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2027 - 1 Jan 2030 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DOVER HARBOUR BOARD
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
DOVER
Postcode
CT17 9BU
Post Town
Canterbury
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ44 East Kent
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Dover
Electoral Ward
Town & Castle
Westminster Constituency
Dover and Deal

Further Information

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