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Highland Towns wi-fi

THE HIGHLAND COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

The Highland Council is seeking to enhance connectivity across the region with its recent procurement titled "Highland Towns wi-fi". This project involves the provision of an always-on public wi-fi service to various towns within Highland, offering a significant investment opportunity valued at £160,000. The procurement process has been completed, with the award made to Rapier Systems Ltd. The contract was officially signed on 12th September 2017, closely following the completion of the tender phase which concluded on the same day at noon.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses involved in the technology and telecommunication sectors, particularly those that focus on wireless communication services and infrastructure. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that possess expertise in delivering similar services would find this project particularly suitable for bidding, given the emphasis on providing efficient and reliable wi-fi solutions. Engaging in such contracts can not only enhance a company's portfolio but also provide visibility and potential partnership opportunities with public sector organisations.

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Notice Title

Highland Towns wi-fi

Notice Description

Provision of always-on, public wi-fi to various towns in Highland

Lot Information

Lot 1

Provision of always-in, public wi-fi to various towns in Highland

Renewal: Maximum of two extensions of one year each, at sole discretion of the Highland Council

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000509027
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP295363
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

32510000 - Wireless telecommunications system

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£160,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£160,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£160,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Sep 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Sep 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Sep 20178 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE HIGHLAND COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@harpermacleod.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
INVERNESS
Postcode
IV3 5NX
Post Town
Inverness
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM2 Highlands and Islands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM20 Highlands and Islands
Delivery Location
TLM6 Highlands and Islands

Local Authority
Highland
Electoral Ward
Inverness West
Westminster Constituency
Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

RAPIER SYSTEMS

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