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title: "LPS ICT - Dark fibre connection"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "LANCASHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2022-03-04"
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# LPS ICT - Dark fibre connection

Buyer: LANCASHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cb759bef-c56d-412c-811c-21b74490e719

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## Summary

The procurement process involves Lancashire County Council as the buying organisation, seeking a service contract titled "LPS ICT - Dark fibre connection". This project falls under the industry category of computer network services and is located in the North West region of England. The procurement method utilised was a Direct Award, and it is currently at the Award stage. The contract period is set from 20th December 2021 to 10th November 2022, with a contract value of £17,970. The tender was published on 4th March 2022, reflecting its completion status.

This contract presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in ICT services, particularly SMEs that can provide computer network solutions. The focus on a dark fibre connection suggests demand for innovative telecommunications infrastructure, making this an appealing tender for firms with expertise in advanced network services. Companies with capabilities in delivering high-quality connectivity solutions are well-suited to compete for this procurement, potentially leading to further business growth in a competitive sector.

## Notice

Dark fibre connection between Lancashire University and Telecity, Manchester. Order No 321706886.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5e3ee6d2-dc25-4fc0-b56f-f6168ae10256 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - Direct Award |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Mar 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Nov 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Dec 2021 |
| Contract period | 20 Dec 2021 - 10 Nov 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £17,970 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £17,970 |
| 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 | LANCASHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | PRESTON |
| Post town | Preston |
| Postcode | PR1 8XJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire |
| ITL 3 | TLD45 Mid Lancashire |
| Local authority | Preston |
| Electoral ward | City Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Preston |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | LANCASHIRE UNIVERSITY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 72700000 - Computer network services

## Release History

- 4 Mar 2022 at 08:45 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5e3ee6d2-dc25-4fc0-b56f-f6168ae10256

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5e3ee6d2-dc25-4fc0-b56f-f6168ae10256
  4th March 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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