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title: "Colchester 5G Enabled Connected Tourism"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-040b92"
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buyer: "COLCHESTER CITY COUNCIL"
published: "2024-09-19"
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# Colchester 5G Enabled Connected Tourism

Buyer: COLCHESTER CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-040b92

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## Summary

Colchester City Council is spearheading the "Colchester 5G Enabled Connected Tourism" project, targeting the creation of an advanced, digitally connected tourism experience in Colchester, North Essex. The tender, classified under "Telecommunications services" (CPV 64200000), focuses on selecting a wireless technology partner to design, build, and operate a 5G-enabled AR/VR connected tourism initiative. This experience is set to be implemented both within Colchester Castle and along the Roman Walls. The procurement stage is actively ongoing, and the project has received an award with Freshwave Services Ltd, ensuring the enhancement of 5G coverage across Colchester. The contract, valued at £404,250, was signed on 3rd May 2024 and spans an initial period of 7 years with an optional 5-year extension.

This tender provides substantial growth opportunities for businesses with expertise in advanced telecommunications, AR/VR technologies, and IoT solutions. SMEs, especially those involved in designing and deploying scalable wireless infrastructure, would find this tender particularly pertinent. The project aims to fill existing connectivity gaps and requires robust technical capabilities, social value contributions, and competitive pricing. Engaging in this venture not only promises significant financial rewards but also positions businesses at the forefront of pioneering technological advancements within a burgeoning tourism hub.

## Notice

Colchester, recognized as Britain's oldest recorded city and one of the fastest-growing UK boroughs, is located in North Essex and aims to position itself as a pioneering, digitally connected hub in the Eastern region of the UK. This vision involves harnessing advanced technologies such as full-fibre connectivity, 5G networks, and the Internet of Things (IoT). The scope of work centres on sourcing a wireless technology partner to design, build, and operate a 5G-enabled AR/VR connected tourism experience. This experience will span both within the Colchester Castle building and outdoors along the Roman Walls. The solution should be scalable to accommodate future growth and seamlessly integrate evolving wireless technologies. The contractor is expected to commit to enhancing public cellular 5G coverage across Colchester, addressing existing connectivity gaps.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Colchester, recognized as Britain's oldest recorded city and one of the fastest-growing UK boroughs, is located in North Essex and aims to position itself as a pioneering, digitally connected hub in the Eastern region of the UK. This vision involves harnessing advanced technologies such as full-fibre connectivity, 5G networks, and the Internet of Things (IoT). The scope of work centres on sourcing a wireless technology partner to design, build, and operate a 5G-enabled AR/VR connected tourism experience. This experience will span both within the Colchester Castle building and outdoors along the Roman Walls. The solution should be scalable to accommodate future growth and seamlessly integrate evolving wireless technologies. The contractor is expected to commit to enhancing public cellular 5G coverage across Colchester, addressing existing connectivity gaps. Further details can be found in tender pack. Additional information: The contract is initially for 7 years with the option of a further 5 year extension. The contract start date provided is only a guide and the actual contract commencement date will be agreed with the successful contractor.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030015-2024 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Competitive procedure with negotiation |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Sep 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Nov 2023 |
| Future notice date | 19 Oct 2023 |
| Award date | 2 May 2024 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £500,000 |
| Lots value | £500,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £404,250 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | COLCHESTER CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | COLCHESTER |
| Post town | Colchester |
| Postcode | CO3 3WG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex |
| ITL 3 | TLH34 Essex Haven Gateway |
| Local authority | Colchester |
| Electoral ward | Castle |
| Westminster constituency | Colchester |
| Delivery location | TLH3 Essex |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | FRESHWAVE SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment
- 45 - Construction work
- 64 - Postal and telecommunications services

### Codes

- 32000000 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment
- 32400000 - Networks
- 32500000 - Telecommunications equipment and supplies
- 45314000 - Installation of telecommunications equipment
- 64200000 - Telecommunications services

## Release History

- 19 Sep 2024 at 13:05 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030015-2024
- 1 Nov 2023 at 16:05 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032362-2023
- 12 Oct 2023 at 18:05 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030177-2023

## Notice URLs

- http://www.colchester.gov.uk
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=857243583
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Colchester:-Telecommunications-services./BDW567WP4C
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-title/BDW567WP4C

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