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title: "P2017/1158/EG - Rental of BT redcare fibre optic connections"
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published: "2017-05-19"
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# P2017/1158/EG - Rental of BT redcare fibre optic connections

Buyer: DARLINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-117f1669-e93e-4db4-a1d1-29bdc16645f3

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## Summary

The procurement process was initiated by Darlington Borough Council for the rental of BT redcare fibre optic connections under the title "P2017/1158/EG." This contract falls under the Postal and telecommunications services industry category, with a total value of £60,000. The tender was completed with an open procurement method and was active up until the tender period which closed on 29th March 2017. The contract term commenced on 1st April 2017 and will conclude on 31st March 2018. The delivery addresses specified are located in the North East region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the telecommunications services sector, particularly those that specialise in fibre optic connections and related technologies. Although this specific award has already been made to BT, companies that offer similar services, especially SMEs, should be aware of future contracts from Darlington Borough Council to compete effectively and grow their presence in public procurement. Engaging with the council can lead to potential collaborations and insights for upcoming opportunities within this sector.

## Notice

Rental of BT redcare fibre optic connections - Direct Award.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/424991e9-7697-4428-aa6b-277ae570c06a |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 May 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Mar 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Mar 2017 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2017 - 31 Mar 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £60,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £60,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DARLINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | DARLINGTON |
| Post town | Darlington |
| Postcode | DL1 5QT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC3 Tees Valley |
| ITL 3 | TLC33 Darlington |
| Local authority | Darlington |
| Electoral ward | Park East |
| Westminster constituency | Darlington |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 64 - Postal and telecommunications services

### Codes

- 64000000 - Postal and telecommunications services

## Release History

- 19 May 2017 at 13:40 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/424991e9-7697-4428-aa6b-277ae570c06a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/424991e9-7697-4428-aa6b-277ae570c06a
  19th May 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.darlington.gov.uk

## Provenance

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