Planning

Connectivity as a Service, Renfrewshire - Future Opportunity

RENFREWSHIRE COUNCIL

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Planning

12 Jun 2019 at 00:00

OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Renfrewshire Council, based in Paisley, is currently in the planning stage for a procurement process titled "Connectivity as a Service, Renfrewshire - Future Opportunity". This initiative falls under the general public services category and aims to establish a contract for connectivity services that supports both public and private sector organisations. The procurement strategy includes an engagement event scheduled for 26 June 2019, where the head of ICT will outline the vision and objectives for this project, which is expected to benefit the region significantly. Interested parties must contact the council by 24 June 2019 to participate.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses in the connectivity sector, particularly those specialising in digital infrastructure, telecommunications, and IT services. Companies that can provide innovative solutions for fibre broadband, mobile communications, and overall connectivity management would be well-positioned to compete for this long-term contract, which spans a minimum of 10 years with the possibility of extension. The council is looking for partners who can offer flexible and converged connectivity services, making this an attractive opportunity for those ready to contribute to significant digital transformation projects in the region.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Connectivity as a Service, Renfrewshire - Future Opportunity

Notice Description

Renfrewshire Council is keen to meet with current or prospective providers of connectivity services to discuss our current and likely future needs.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renfrewshire Council has developed a Connectivity Strategy to meet its current and future needs, as well as those of other organisations and citizens in Renfrewshire. The Council is currently developing a procurement strategy for the establishment of a contract for Connectivity as a Service. The contract will be for a minimum of 10 years with an option to extend for up to a further 10 years. The Council is seeking to engage with the market to take views on the optimum procurement route that will be adopted.. Engagement event to be held in Johnstone Town Hall from 10am - 12pm on 26 June. This event will provide further information on the CaaS programme. Patrick Murray, Head of ICT will set out vision and objectives, followed by a Q&A. If you would like to attend this event or if you require more information, please contact clare.bryson@renfrewshire.gov.uk by no later than 24 June @ 4pm

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000586771
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN357058
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

32000000 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

32400000 - Networks

48211000 - Platform interconnectivity software package

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Jun 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
2 Mar 2020Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
RENFREWSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Laura Gillan
Contact Email
laura.gillan@renfrewshire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1416186400

Buyer Location

Locality
PAISLEY
Postcode
PA1 1JB
Post Town
Paisley
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM33 Inverclyde, East Renfrewshire, and Renfrewshire
Delivery Location
TLM83 Inverclyde, East Renfrewshire, and Renfrewshire
Local Authority
Renfrewshire
Electoral Ward
Paisley East and Central
Westminster Constituency
Paisley and Renfrewshire South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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