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title: "Provision of Broadband for South Tyneside Schools"
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buyer: "SOUTH TYNESIDE COUNCIL"
published: "2025-04-07"
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# Provision of Broadband for South Tyneside Schools

Buyer: SOUTH TYNESIDE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-daa8f49f-3345-4050-9704-9fcf2e9e032a

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## Summary

South Tyneside Council has completed the procurement process for the "Provision of Broadband for South Tyneside Schools," which falls under the industry category of Internet network (CPV code 32412110). The procurement utilised a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. This contract, valued at £350,000, was awarded to Durham County Council. The contract spans from 1st April 2024 to 31st March 2027, with services to be provided across the North East region of the United Kingdom. The award was officially published on 7th April 2025, with the original tender period closing on 1st March 2024.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses in the broadband and network services sector, particularly those familiar with educational environments. It is well-suited for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) due to its targeted approach and the specific needs of local schools. Companies engaging in public sector contracts or specialising in wide area network (WAN) services will find this tender aligned with their capabilities, facilitating business expansion within the North East region's educational institutions.

## Notice

Broadband for Openzone for South Tyneside Schools - WAN Services

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/940f20dd-f0f4-4102-97ba-e9c6605fd89c |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Apr 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Mar 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Mar 2024 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2024 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £350,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £350,000 |
| 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 | SOUTH TYNESIDE COUNCIL |
| Locality | SOUTH SHIELDS |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE33 2RL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | South Tyneside |
| Electoral ward | Beacon and Bents |
| Westminster constituency | South Shields |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

### Codes

- 32412110 - Internet network

## Release History

- 7 Apr 2025 at 09:43 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/940f20dd-f0f4-4102-97ba-e9c6605fd89c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/940f20dd-f0f4-4102-97ba-e9c6605fd89c
  7th April 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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