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title: "Global Networks Programme"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0296a5"
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buyer: "NATIONAL GRID UK LIMITED"
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# Global Networks Programme

Buyer: NATIONAL GRID UK LIMITED  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0296a5

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "Global Networks Programme" is initiated by NATIONAL GRID UK LIMITED, with operations primarily in the Networks sector, specifically for goods. This tender is planned to provide network services through three main Lots: Fibre Supply & Maintenance in the UK, Optel Managed Service also in the UK, and CNI Network Services in the UK. The estimated total value of the contract is £450,000,000, making it a significant opportunity within the industry. Interested parties must submit their expression of interest and confirm registration of relevant codes by 26 March 2021, in order to participate in the subsequent stages of the procurement process.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses that specialise in telecommunications and network services, particularly those focused on fibre-optic technologies and managed services. Companies involved in providing robust cybersecurity features and those that can deliver maintenance and innovative solutions for operational telecommunications would be well-positioned to compete for these contracts. The ability to register against all UVDB codes for each Lot is critical for suppliers aiming to be invited to the Pre-Qualification Stage, ensuring they meet the standards set forth by the NATIONAL GRID UK and its affiliates.

## Notice

for provision of Network services across 5 Lots: 1) Fibre Supply & Maintenance - UK Only 2) Optel Managed Service - UK only 3) CNI Network Services - UK only 4) Enterprise Networks - Global UK & US 5) Networks Operations Center - Global UK & US Note - Estimated Total Value across ALL Lots

### Lot Information

Fibre Supply & Maintenance - UK Only

Fibre Supply & Maintenance - UK Only, to consist of: UK based Fibre provision, support and Maintenance, with continued cyber and physical security enhancements. Provision, repair, support and maintenance of fibre connections from National Grid operational locations. Opportunity to innovate for end to end replacement subject to Regulator outcome. Consists of Customer owned fibre network, and cross site connections includes 3rd party lines non-National grid fibre links (Dark & lit fibre), Fault detection monitoring. UVDB Codes to be registered on Achilles: 1.4.1 Telecommunications Equipment & Accessories 2.1.11 IT Network Services (LAN/WAN/SAN) 2.1.13 Telecommunication Equipment Associated Services

Optel Managed Service - UK only

Optel Managed Service - UK only to consist of: UK based Provision, support and maintenance, with continued cyber and physical security enhancements. Protection, SCADA, Operational Telephony and Data Services for Electricity Transmission & System Operator across Customer owned Operational Telecommunications (OPTEL) network. Covers full technology replacement and ongoing maintenance, service, addition of new sites. Provision of a National Operation Centre for Faults, configuration, Accounting, performance and security for Operational Telephony and fibre services UVDB Codes to be registered on Achilles: 1.4.1 Telecommunications Equipment & Accessories 1.4.28 Satellite Communications Equipment 1.4.99 Other Telecommunications Equipment 1.5.5 Network Equipment & Accessories 2.1.8 Telecommunication Network Services 2.1.11 IT Network Services (LAN/WAN/SAN) 2.1.13 Telecommunication Equipment Associated Services

CNI Network Services - UK only

CNI Network Services - UK only to consist of: UK based support and maintenance, replacement as required and extensions, with continued cyber and physical security enhancements Gas and Electric operationally critical services across all Control and Data centre sites, and remote connectivity to Field Gas sites. UVDB Codes to be registered on Achilles: 1.4.1 Telecommunications Equipment & Accessories 1.4.6 SCADA & Telecontrol Equipment 1.4.9 Antennae/Aerial Masts 1.4.28 Satellite Communications Equipment 1.4.99 Other Telecommunications Equipment 1.5.5 Network Equipment & Accessories 2.1.8 Telecommunication Network Services 2.1.11 IT Network Services (LAN/WAN/SAN) 2.1.13 Telecommunication Equipment Associated Services

Enterprise Networks - Global UK & US

Enterprise Networks - Global UK & US to consist of: Global (US & UK) provision, support and maintenance MPLS Transport network, SDWAN, internet & Cloud access, Labour services for Field support, Hardware & infrastructure provision and maintenance, with continued cyber and physical security enhancements UVDB Codes to be registered on Achilles: 1.4.1 Telecommunications Equipment & Accessories 1.4.99 Other Telecommunications Equipment 1.5.5 Network Equipment & Accessories 2.1.8 Telecommunication Network Services 2.1.11 IT Network Services (LAN/WAN/SAN) 2.1.13 Telecommunication Equipment Associated Services

Networks Operations Center - Global UK & US

Networks Operations Center - Global UK & US to consist of: Global (US & UK) provision, support and maintenance To support Enterprise Networks in US and UK, and some critical operational sites in the US and UK, with continued cyber and physical security enhancements UVDB Codes to be registered on Achilles: 1.4.1 Telecommunications Equipment & Accessories 1.4.99 Other Telecommunications Equipment 1.5.5 Network Equipment & Accessories 2.1.8 Telecommunication Network Services 2.1.11 IT Network Services (LAN/WAN/SAN) 2.7.6.4 Multi-Utility Network Management

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015417-2022 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning, Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Jun 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Mar 2021 |
| Future notice date | 28 Mar 2021 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £450,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NATIONAL GRID UK LIMITED |
| Additional buyers | NATIONAL GRID USA SERVICE COMPANY, INC. |
| Locality | WARWICK |
| Post town | Coventry |
| Postcode | CV34 6DA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire |
| ITL 3 | TLG13 Warwickshire CC |
| Local authority | Warwick |
| Electoral ward | Warwick Myton & Heathcote |
| Westminster constituency | Warwick and Leamington |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 32400000 - Networks
- 32412000 - Communications network
- 32425000 - Network operating system
- 32561000 - Fibre-optic connections
- 72700000 - Computer network services

## Release History

- 1 Jun 2022 at 16:09 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015417-2022
- 26 Feb 2021 at 12:42 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003901-2021

## Notice URLs

- http://www.nationalgrid.com

## Provenance

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