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title: "ESCC NB South East Grid Network Services Framework"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "SE SHARED SERVICES"
published: "2020-10-02"
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# ESCC NB South East Grid Network Services Framework

Buyer: SE SHARED SERVICES  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-11a83a11-4093-432a-a039-a71529de1dcf

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## Summary

East Sussex County Council, through SE Shared Services, is inviting experienced providers to participate in the tender for the "ESCC NB South East Grid Network Services Framework." This initiative aims to ensure continued service as the current contract concludes, while also addressing future Network Services requirements. The procurement process is currently in the Tender stage, with submissions due by 10 November 2020. The contract period is set to commence on 11 April 2021, extending until 10 April 2036. The services required fall under the wide area network industry category, and the tender will benefit businesses in the South East region, specifically in Lewes, BN7 1UE.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses focused on telecommunications and related infrastructure services. Notably, companies specialising in gigabit capable fibre infrastructure, communications system maintenance, and network installation services will find this contract particularly relevant. The project seeks to stimulate market interest, implying potential for growth and collaboration with various public sector entities, including schools and health organisations. Additionally, businesses can enhance their social value contributions within the region by engaging in this framework.

## Notice

East Sussex County Council, on behalf of the current and future members of the South East Grid (SEG) Consortium, invite experienced providers to participate in their tender for a new SEG Network Services framework contract. The Consortium's key objectives for the project are: o To provide continuity of service to members as the existing contract comes to an end. o To meet the emerging requirements for Network Services. o To use the capital investment to stimulate a wider market interest and commitment to deploying gigabit capable fibre infrastructure that would also benefit residents, communities and businesses across the current Link geography. o To build a consortium of public sector organisations that can scale across the South East of England to provide a joined up and single sourcing route for the wider public sector, e.g. schools, health and blue light. o To deliver Social Value and Societal Benefits to the South East Grid consortium. Any social value delivered must be delivered within the region (i.e. County, City, Borough or District) placing the call off contract. Please note that there will be a Supplier Briefing on 22 October 2020 at 9:30am. Please use the correspondence function to confirm that you would like to attend this virtual Supplier Briefing. Additional information: http://www.sesharedservices.org.uk Delivery Notes East Sussex County Council County Hall, St Anne's Crescent, Lewes, BN7 1UE Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : Yes

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fad2b029-eb66-4cee-8101-f865160c9111 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Oct 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Nov 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 11 Apr 2021 - 10 Apr 2036 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| 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 | SE SHARED SERVICES |
| Locality | EAST SUSSEX |
| Post town | Brighton |
| Postcode | BN7 1UE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex |
| ITL 3 | TLJ22 East Sussex CC |
| Local authority | Lewes |
| Electoral ward | Lewes Priory |
| Westminster constituency | Lewes |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment
- 45 - Construction work
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services
- 51 - Installation services (except software)
- 64 - Postal and telecommunications services
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 32000000 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment
- 32400000 - Networks
- 32410000 - Local area network
- 32412000 - Communications network
- 32412100 - Telecommunications network
- 32412110 - Internet network
- 32413000 - Integrated network
- 32413100 - Network routers
- 32417000 - Multimedia networks
- 32420000 - Network equipment
- 32422000 - Network components
- 32424000 - Network infrastructure
- 32425000 - Network operating system
- 32428000 - Network upgrade
- 32430000 - Wide area network
- 32500000 - Telecommunications equipment and supplies
- 32510000 - Wireless telecommunications system
- 32520000 - Telecommunications cable and equipment
- 32521000 - Telecommunications cable
- 32522000 - Telecommunications equipment
- 32523000 - Telecommunications facilities
- 32524000 - Telecommunications system
- 32562100 - Optical-fibre cables for information transmission
- 32562200 - Optical telecommunication cables
- 32562300 - Optical-fibre cables for data transmission
- 32570000 - Communications equipment
- 32571000 - Communications infrastructure
- 32572000 - Communications cable
- 32581000 - Data-communications equipment
- 45231600 - Construction work for communication lines
- 45232300 - Construction and ancillary works for telephone and communication lines
- 45232332 - Ancillary works for telecommunications
- 45314000 - Installation of telecommunications equipment
- 45314300 - Installation of cable infrastructure
- 50330000 - Maintenance services of telecommunications equipment
- 50332000 - Telecommunications-infrastructure maintenance services
- 50334400 - Communications system maintenance services
- 51300000 - Installation services of communications equipment
- 64200000 - Telecommunications services
- 64210000 - Telephone and data transmission services
- 64227000 - Integrated telecommunications services
- 72410000 - Provider services
- 72720000 - Wide area network services

## Release History

- 2 Oct 2020 at 09:17 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fad2b029-eb66-4cee-8101-f865160c9111
- 1 Oct 2020 at 18:57 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fad2b029-eb66-4cee-8101-f865160c9111
- 1 Oct 2020 at 18:56 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fad2b029-eb66-4cee-8101-f865160c9111

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fad2b029-eb66-4cee-8101-f865160c9111
  2nd October 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sesharedservices/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

## Notice URLs

- http://www.eastsussex.gov.uk
- http://www.sesharedservices.org.uk

## Provenance

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