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title: "GB-London: UK Submarine Fibre Optic Cables - Sectoral Analysis"
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# GB-London: UK Submarine Fibre Optic Cables - Sectoral Analysis

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR DIGITAL, CULTURE, MEDIA AND SPORT  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-05f8fed1-36cf-4642-ac88-e995f838dc67

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## Summary

The Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) is currently overseeing a public procurement process for a research service titled "UK Submarine Fibre Optic Cables - Sectoral Analysis." This initiative falls under the services industry category and is focused on a comprehensive analysis of the subsea fibre optic cables sector as it pertains to the UK. The tender period concludes on 16th October 2019, with an estimated contract value between £65,000 and £85,000, set to commence on 1st November 2019 and last until 28th February 2020. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, allowing a broad range of participants to submit their bids.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), particularly those with expertise in research services related to telecommunications and infrastructure analysis. Businesses that can demonstrate a solid understanding of subsea fibre optic technology, market dynamics, and regulatory conditions will be well-positioned to compete. The insights gained from this research will potentially influence future government interventions, making it a significant opportunity for firms aiming to expand their capabilities and engage in impactful projects within the UK market.

## Notice

A research service - DCMS is looking for a service provider to conduct a comprehensive analysis of the subsea fibre optic cables sector as it relates to the UK. The scope of the study is primarily focused on but not limited to the following: a)The contribution of subsea fibre optic cables to the UK economy, including the UK economy's reliance on subsea cables; b)The market, infrastructure and regulatory conditions impacting investment in subsea cables in the UK, including how attractive a destination the UK is considered for new subsea cables; c)The future of the subsea fibre optic cables maintenance/repair market as it relates to the UK. The information and analysis obtained through the study is intended to be used to inform prospective future UK Government interventions in this area. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement. With regards to Section 9 - Estimated Value of Requirement - please note the DCMS current budget for the contract is in the range PS65k to 85k.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0c74e0f1-de75-4eb8-ae7a-778d3bba2f78 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Sep 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Oct 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2019 - 28 Feb 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEPARTMENT FOR DIGITAL, CULTURE, MEDIA AND SPORT |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1A 2BQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 23 Sep 2019 at 15:00 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0c74e0f1-de75-4eb8-ae7a-778d3bba2f78

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0c74e0f1-de75-4eb8-ae7a-778d3bba2f78
  23rd September 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-London:-UK-Submarine-Fibre-Optic-Cables---Sectoral-Analysis/B8PX7K3252
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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