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title: "Cable Diversion Works alongside rail line on Package 1 New Stations Project at Darlaston and Willenhall"
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# Cable Diversion Works alongside rail line on Package 1 New Stations Project at Darlaston and Willenhall

Buyer: WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1872caa4-d4b7-4d8f-bef7-38436a25183f

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## Summary

The West Midlands Combined Authority has completed the procurement process for the "Cable Diversion Works alongside rail line on Package 1 New Stations Project at Darlaston and Willenhall." This procurement, classified under CPV codes 31300000 (Insulated wire and cable), 32400000 (Networks), and 32500000 (Telecommunications equipment and supplies), focuses on diverting the existing Lumen fibre optic cable near the Darlaston & Willenhall stations. The project, valued at £130,580, went through a direct procurement method via a single tender action and spanned from 2 August 2024 to 3 November 2025. The award was granted to Gauge Communication Ltd, commencing their role on 2 August 2024.

This tender offers substantial business growth opportunities for entities specialising in telecommunications infrastructure and cable installation. Businesses experienced in large-scale cable diversion projects will find this tender particularly relevant, especially given the direct nature of the procurement method which points to a streamlined and less competitive bidding process. The collaboration with a significant contracting authority like the West Midlands Combined Authority also paves the way for future engagements and diverse project involvements in the infrastructure domain.

## Notice

There is a requirement to divert the existing Lumen fibre optic cable in the vicinity of the Darlaston & Willenhall stations to facilitate the works. Gauge Communications are Lumen's nominated agent and this is to cover their engagement for the diversion works.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c46d5092-3fd6-4f12-bf41-9211cbe3ea43 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Aug 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Sep 2024 |
| Contract period | 1 Aug 2024 - 3 Nov 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £130,580 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £130,580 |
| 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 | WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B19 3SD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Newtown |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | GAUGE COMMUNICATION |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

### Codes

- 31300000 - Insulated wire and cable
- 32400000 - Networks
- 32500000 - Telecommunications equipment and supplies

## Release History

- 9 Oct 2024 at 11:37 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c46d5092-3fd6-4f12-bf41-9211cbe3ea43

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c46d5092-3fd6-4f12-bf41-9211cbe3ea43
  9th October 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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