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title: "GB-Epping: EPP0106 - Digital Inclusion Programme"
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# GB-Epping: EPP0106 - Digital Inclusion Programme

Buyer: EPPING FOREST DISTRICT COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d4ae0223-01c7-452a-8c9c-453dc78678e9

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## Summary

The Epping Forest District Council is seeking to commission a sustainable digital inclusion programme named "EPP0106 - Digital Inclusion Programme". This service procurement opportunity falls under the main procurement category of services in the industry category of Community action programme. The contract value is GBP 50,000, with a minimum value of GBP 25,000. The tender is currently in the active stage, following an open procurement method with an open procedure. The tender period ends on 16th April 2024, and the contract period is scheduled from 15th May 2024 to 30th March 2025. The project aims to reduce digital exclusion through digital skills, connectivity, and access to hardware, focusing on the East of England region.

This tender presents an opportunity for small or medium enterprises (SMEs) to participate in providing the digital inclusion programme. Businesses with expertise in digital skills training, connectivity solutions, and hardware provision would be well-suited to compete for this contract. The Epping Forest District Council, as the contracting authority, invites economic operators to engage in the procurement process based on the set criteria. SMEs looking to contribute to community development through digital inclusion initiatives are encouraged to explore this tender opportunity.

## Notice

NOTE: This notice was updated on 26 March 2024 for the following reason: amended to confirm the project is suitable for VCO's.(Epping Forest District Council is seeking to commission a sustainable digital inclusion programme for the Epping Forest district. The aim of the programme is to reduce digital exclusion through the three pillars of digital inclusion. Digital Skills Connectivity Access to hardware) 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.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3335e5e4-ca1e-46b4-be9a-7930ff2faf45 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Mar 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Apr 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 14 May 2024 - 30 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £50,000 |
| 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 | EPPING FOREST DISTRICT COUNCIL |
| Locality | EPPING |
| Post town | Chelmsford |
| Postcode | CM16 4BZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex |
| ITL 3 | TLH35 West Essex |
| Local authority | Epping Forest |
| Electoral ward | Epping West & Rural |
| Westminster constituency | Epping Forest |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85322000 - Community action programme

## Release History

- 26 Mar 2024 at 20:10 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3335e5e4-ca1e-46b4-be9a-7930ff2faf45
- 15 Mar 2024 at 15:50 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3335e5e4-ca1e-46b4-be9a-7930ff2faf45

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3335e5e4-ca1e-46b4-be9a-7930ff2faf45
  26th March 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Epping:-EPP0106---Digital-Inclusion-Programme/6WEPKE62K8
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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