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title: "RFQ FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF A BUSINESS CASE FOR A STRATEGIC APPROACH TO ENABLING DIGITAL CONNECTIVITY INFRASTRUCTURE IN THE BOROUGH OF BASINGSTOKE AND DEANE"
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# RFQ FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF A BUSINESS CASE FOR A STRATEGIC APPROACH TO ENABLING DIGITAL CONNECTIVITY INFRASTRUCTURE IN THE BOROUGH OF BASINGSTOKE AND DEANE

Buyer: BASINGSTOKE AND DEANE BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d64e962c-ae23-40d0-838d-5423b7cdb34a

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## Summary

Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council is seeking consultancy services for the development of a business case aimed at enhancing digital connectivity infrastructure within the borough. The tender, titled "RFQ FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF A BUSINESS CASE FOR A STRATEGIC APPROACH TO ENABLING DIGITAL CONNECTIVITY INFRASTRUCTURE IN THE BOROUGH OF BASINGSTOKE AND DEANE," falls under the services category, specifically targeting infrastructure works consultancy and telecommunication consultancy services. The open procurement process was published on 29th August 2018, with a tender period that closed on 19th September 2018 and a contract period set from 8th October 2018 to 30th November 2018. Proposals are particularly sought to assess options for fibre to the premises and the introduction of 5G technology in the South East region of the United Kingdom.

This opportunity presents significant avenues for business growth, especially for consulting firms specialising in digital infrastructure and telecommunications. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that have experience in crafting strategic business cases and developing technology strategies would be well-suited to compete. The consultancy will play a crucial role in advising the Council on the optimal ways to implement digital connectivity, thus enhancing overall community and business connectivity in the region.

## Notice

As part of its Smart Basingstoke programme, Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council ("the Council") is looking to commission consultancy services to support the development of a digital connectivity infrastructure strategy. The main objective of the study will be to provide options and recommendations as part of a business case on the best approach the council should take to roll out digital infrastructure to better connect communities and businesses. The focus will be on fibre to the premises as well as the forthcoming introduction of 5G. The council is keen to understand what role it should play in enabling or delivering digital connectivity infrastructure. Proposals are being sought to develop a business case on the best approach the council should take. The business case will be in the form of a report that will consider the strategic, economic, commercial, financial and management case

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/75b1d742-1d65-43eb-8889-d7de7f2ac91b |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Nov 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Sep 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Oct 2018 |
| Contract period | 21 Oct 2018 - 21 Dec 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £30,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £30,000 |
| 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 | BASINGSTOKE AND DEANE BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | BASINGSTOKE |
| Post town | Reading |
| Postcode | RG21 4AH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ37 North Hampshire |
| Local authority | Basingstoke and Deane |
| Electoral ward | Eastrop & Grove |
| Westminster constituency | Basingstoke |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | INDEPENDENT INTELLIGENCE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71311300 - Infrastructure works consultancy services
- 71316000 - Telecommunication consultancy services

## Release History

- 1 Nov 2018 at 14:48 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/75b1d742-1d65-43eb-8889-d7de7f2ac91b
- 3 Sep 2018 at 09:12 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c471203f-46fb-4a27-9810-62f30e87b4b3
- 29 Aug 2018 at 12:13 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c471203f-46fb-4a27-9810-62f30e87b4b3

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/75b1d742-1d65-43eb-8889-d7de7f2ac91b
  1st November 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c471203f-46fb-4a27-9810-62f30e87b4b3
  3rd September 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=6ac85e6a-82ab-e811-80ed-005056b64545
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