--- title: "i3 Programme RFI" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02a8f6" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-02a8f6" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02a8f6.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02a8f6.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "FIFE COUNCIL" published: "2021-04-22" --- # i3 Programme RFI Buyer: FIFE COUNCIL Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02a8f6 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-02a8f6) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02a8f6.json) ## Summary The Fife Council is initiating the i3 Programme RFI, which is focused on the procurement of services within the internet services industry. This tender is currently in the planning stage, with a key deadline for future notices set for 2nd August 2021. The planned procurement will take place in Dunfermline, Fife, Scotland, and aims to support the creation of a new business accommodation that harnesses industry 4.0 technologies. The programme will involve an overall investment of £50 million over a span of ten years, aiming to enhance economic performance and job creation in the region. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialised in automated manufacturing, digital infrastructure, and related technological solutions. Companies that focus on providing services related to the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) will find valuable prospects here, particularly those looking to support the development of new light industrial units in Fife. Furthermore, businesses aiming to engage with the public sector regarding innovative manufacturing processes and digital technologies will benefit from participating in this procurement process. ## Notice i3 Programme RFI ### Lot Information Lot 1 The Fife i3 Programme wants to build new business accommodation that will be attractive to businesses and their supply chain who are intent on using automated manufacturing processes to revolutionise their business and to influence their location decisions. The Programme is part of the Edinburgh and South East Scotland City Region Deal's (http://esescityregiondeal.org.uk/) innovation theme. Innovation in the City Region is focused on Data Driven innovation recognising the strengths and commercialisation achievements of the region's Universities and Research Institutions. It will deliver a sustained investment programme in modern business premises to support the delivery of Inclusive Growth and Innovation in Fife. The total investment is 50m GBP over 10 years, delivered in three tranches. The programme will increase the supply of serviced employment land and new industrial, office and business space in Fife: "servicing 57 ha of employment land; " building 10,700 m2 of new business accommodation; " at least 30m GBP Private Sector investment levered; - support the creation of around 1,000 permanent skilled jobs; and ensure that Fife businesses sustain and improve their economic performance, through improved value from their data and the adoption of digital technologies to create/safeguard jobs and turnover. To assist in meeting the aims of the programme, Fife Council is looking to understand the technologies which should be considered for future potential procurement exercises of light industrial units in Fife. The Council would like to explore options regarding digital infrastructure to provide in-building coverage to support light industrial use of the units, where the occupiers adopt industry 4.0 in their processes and management. The Council will seek to meet with respondents to this RFI to further understand the technological approaches which should be considered to support suppliers looking to harness industry 4.0 and Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) capabilities. Additional information: This is an RFI only. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008581-2021 | | Notice type | Planning Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 22 Apr 2021 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 1 Aug 2021 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | 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 | FIFE COUNCIL | | Locality | GLENROTHES | | Post town | Kirkcaldy | | Postcode | KY7 5LT | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM0 Eastern Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM01 Clackmannanshire and Fife | | Local authority | Fife | | Electoral ward | Glenrothes Central and Thornton | | Westminster constituency | Glenrothes and Mid Fife | | Delivery location | TLM72 Clackmannanshire and Fife | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ### Codes - 72400000 - Internet services ## Release History - 22 Apr 2021 at 08:25 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008581-2021 ## Notice URLs - http://esescityregiondeal.org.uk/ - http://www.fife.gov.uk - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=651369 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00187 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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