--- title: "HS2 Ltd Third Party Communications 'Shadow Operator' Pre!-Procurement Market Engagement" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02e0d0" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-02e0d0" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02e0d0.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02e0d0.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "HS2 LTD" published: "2021-09-14" --- # HS2 Ltd Third Party Communications 'Shadow Operator' Pre!-Procurement Market Engagement Buyer: HS2 LTD Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02e0d0 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-02e0d0) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02e0d0.json) ## Summary HS2 Ltd is procuring a 'Shadow Telecoms Operator' through a pre-procurement market engagement process based in the UK, specifically covering the HS2 Phase One and Phase 2a routes from London to Birmingham and extending to Crewe. The procurement is currently in the planning stage and involves telecommunication consultancy services, with a total estimated contract value of £4,000,000. Interested parties must register by 12:00 pm (UK Time) on 24 September 2021, and the deadline for returning the market engagement questionnaire is 06 October 2021. The procurement method is anticipated to include a formal call for competition in the future, reacting to market interest and data collected from potential suppliers. This opportunity offers significant potential for businesses in the telecommunications and consultancy sectors, particularly those with expertise in telecommunications network infrastructure, operational management, and third-party service provision. Companies that specialise in mobile telecommunications, network design, and installation services would find this tender particularly relevant. Engaging with HS2 Ltd during this pre-procurement phase allows businesses to influence the procurement approach and better align their proposals to meet the project's requirements, ultimately enhancing their competitiveness in future tenders. ## Notice A Pre-Procurement market engagement questionnaire to support the procurement of a Third Party Communications 'Shadow Telecoms Operator'. To register your interest for this event, please use the following link: https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/ShadowTelecomsOperator/ Registration deadline is 12.00 pm (UK Time) 24-09-2021 Market Engagement Questionnaire return deadline is 12.00 pm (UK Time) on 06-10-2021 ### Lot Information Lot 1 The core objective of the Third Party Communications (TPC) Package is to provide third party communication services across HS2's Phase One and Phase 2a routes, including the provision of: passenger communication systems to support voice and data mobile communications for HS2 customers throughout the HS2 estate, emergency services network (ESN) coverage, station data network (fixed, operational and public Wi-Fi) within HS2 stations and non-rail/ other communication services to external parties utilising HS2 Ltd's fibre backbone. HS2 Ltd will undertake a two-stage procurement for the delivery and operation of the TPC Package. The first procurement (expected to be awarded in 2023) will be to design and build the TPC network infrastructure and to act as the Interim Operator managing the infrastructure and providing (through arranging contracts with one or more mobile network operators) ESN and limited voice/ data services principally for the HS2 workforce during the trial and testing stage of the HS2 railway. The second procurement (expected to be awarded in 2027/28) will be for the appointment of an Operating Partner who will be responsible for operating and commercialising the TPC package once the HS2 railway is operational. It will be a considerable amount of time before the Operating Partner is appointed. This means that an Operating Partner will not be in place to oversee - and provide commercial input - into the TPC design, construction, and initial operation during the HS2 railway testing stage. HS2 Ltd intends to appoint a Third Party Communications Shadow Telecoms Operator bringing expert telecoms experience to: * Advise HS2 Ltd on the third party telecommunications design and construction from the perspective of a long term commercially minded Operator; * Provide HS2 Ltd with an intelligent client function to minimise the risk of information asymmetries between HS2 Ltd and the D&B Contractor; * Undertake a "Design Review" of the D+B Contractor's TPC design proposals; * Help ensure that the TPC package is developed in a manner which is fit for purpose and likely to meet the requirements of the future Operating Partner and MNOs; * Act as a 'guiding mind' on the long-term technological and commercial viability of the infrastructure being delivered. This is expected to include consideration of future commercial opportunities which the Operating Partner may be able to take advantage of and advice on how the delivery of TPC may be enhanced to maximise future investment opportunities and commercial return. * Provide oversight of the Interim Operator's negotiations with ESN/MNO for the provision of interim operations and ESN services in a manner that supports the long-term commercial interests of HS2 Ltd and the future operating partner; * Facilitate a smooth transition of the TPC Package from the Interim Operator to the appointed Operating Partner; * Support HS2 Ltd with considering and negotiating any contractual changes where deemed necessary to meet HS2 Ltd's overall requirements and drive value for money outcomes. HS2 Ltd would like to issue a pre-market engagement questionnaire and engage with your organisation in order to: a. Provide potential suppliers with an overview on the scope and procurement approach; b. Give potential suppliers the opportunity to give feedback on HS2 Ltd.'s intended approach; c. Test market appetite to bid for the opportunity. Additional information: A market engagement questionnaire will be provided. Please return your completed questionnaire via email to HS2 Ltd Supply Chain Team at scc@hs2.org.uk by noon 06-10-2021. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022882-2021 | | 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 | 14 Sep 2021 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 30 Mar 2022 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £4,000,000 | | 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 | HS2 LTD | | Locality | BIRMINGHAM | | Post town | Birmingham | | Postcode | B4 6GA | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands | | ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham | | Local authority | Birmingham | | Electoral ward | Ladywood | | Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment - 45 - Construction work - 48 - Software package and information systems - 50 - Repair and maintenance services - 51 - Installation services (except software) - 64 - Postal and telecommunications services - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 32000000 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment - 32200000 - Transmission apparatus for radiotelephony, radiotelegraphy, radio broadcasting and television - 32400000 - Networks - 32412100 - Telecommunications network - 32500000 - Telecommunications equipment and supplies - 45232332 - Ancillary works for telecommunications - 45314000 - Installation of telecommunications equipment - 48219700 - Communications server software package - 50330000 - Maintenance services of telecommunications equipment - 50331000 - Repair and maintenance services of telecommunications lines - 50332000 - Telecommunications-infrastructure maintenance services - 51300000 - Installation services of communications equipment - 64000000 - Postal and telecommunications services - 64200000 - Telecommunications services - 64212000 - Mobile-telephone services - 64227000 - Integrated telecommunications services - 71311300 - Infrastructure works consultancy services - 71316000 - Telecommunication consultancy services - 72246000 - Systems consultancy services - 79418000 - Procurement consultancy services ## Release History - 14 Sep 2021 at 21:45 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022882-2021 ## Notice URLs - https://hs2.bravosolution.co.uk/web/index.html - https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/high-speed-two-limited - https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/ShadowTelecomsOperator/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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