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title: "Smart Infrastructure Pilot Programme"
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# Smart Infrastructure Pilot Programme

Buyer: NORTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0469cd

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## Summary

North Ayrshire Council has launched the Smart Infrastructure Pilot Programme (SIPP), supported by a £242,000 grant from the Department for Science Innovation and Technology (DSIT), supplemented by £20,000 from NAC for operation and maintenance. This initiative aims to enhance North Ayrshire's digital infrastructure with state-of-the-art multi-purpose electricity poles, replacing traditional single-use street furniture. This project, part of DSIT's Advanced Wireless Innovation Strategy, focuses on areas like the Maritime Mile in Irvine, transforming it into a national waterfront destination. The tender, valued at approximately £262,765, follows an open procedure and is expected to commence on 19th August 2024, running until 31st October 2025, with an option to extend for up to four years.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in digital infrastructure, street furniture installation, and advanced wireless technology. The project is particularly suited for SMEs with expertise in smart technologies and urban development. Besides offering a substantial contract value, the project promotes community benefits, including employment and skills development. Companies proficient in 4G or 5G network integration, with robust quality, health, safety, and environmental management procedures, and the ability to provide innovative solutions to enhance urban connectivity will find this tender particularly advantageous for business growth.

## Notice

In a landmark initiative set to propel North Ayrshire into the future of digital infrastructure, North Ayrshire Council ("NAC") has embarked on a Smart Infrastructure Pilot Programme ("SIPP"). This pioneering project is driven by a grant of approximately GBP 242K from the Department for Science Innovation and Technology ("DSIT") as part of a 'Smart Infrastructure' Pilot. The grant will support the rollout of innovative PAS 191:2023 capable innovative smart multi-purpose poles that will redefine NAC's urban landscape. NAC will supplement the grant by 20K for operation and maintenance, taking the overall project value to GBP 262,765. The SIPP is a pivotal component of DSITs Advanced Wireless Innovation Strategy. The strategy aims to be a catalyst for economic growth, connectivity enhancement, and the promotion of sustainable practices. This strategic investment will enable the procurement of state-of-the-art multi-purpose poles, in place of traditional single-use street furniture for a more versatile and sustainable infrastructure that supports a multiple use case ecosystem. Central to this endeavour is the Maritime Mile, the route from the Irvine train station to Irvine Beach Park, where the aim is to transform the area into a national waterfront destination. The Maritime Mile is one component of the 'Great Harbour' - a transformation of the waterfront in Irvine, North Ayrshire. The Great Harbour is a key component of the GBP 251m Ayrshire Growth Deal and is one of the most ambitious and transformational regeneration tourism proposals for the region. This significant investment is intended to regenerate the waterfront, turning it into a hub of transformational tourism and an exemplar of modern Smart Connected Places. Structured around key use cases such as CCTV/security, movement detection, waste detection, and the enhancement of visitor and business connectivity, the project is also poised to consider the integration of EV charging points and augmented reality experiences in the future. NAC's forward-thinking approach paints a future where the power of advanced wireless connectivity smartens public services and puts Smart Connected Places at the core of urban development.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

NAC invites tenders for the 'Smart Infrastructure Pilot Programme' as detailed in the Invitation to Tender ("ITT"). The resultant contract is anticipated to commence 19th August 2024 until 31st October 2025 (this includes an initial installation period and an additional 12 month operation and maintenance period). Thereafter, there will be an option to extend by up to 4 years. Extensions will be at the sole discretion of NAC and subject to satisfactory performance and funding. The contract will be let on NAC's standard conditions of contract for the purchase of goods and related services.

Options: NAC may consider use of Regulation 33(8) for additional operational and maintenance requirements on contract expiry, as outlined in the procurement documents.

Renewal: Option to extend by up to 48 months.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027528-2024 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Jun 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Aug 2024 |
| Contract period | 18 Aug 2024 - 31 Oct 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £262,765 |
| Lots value | £262,765 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £261,784 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NORTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | IRVINE |
| Post town | Kilmarnock |
| Postcode | KA12 8EE |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM9 Southern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire |
| Local authority | North Ayrshire |
| Electoral ward | Irvine South |
| Westminster constituency | Central Ayrshire |
| Delivery location | TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | NORTH SV |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation
- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 31000000 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
- 34928500 - Street-lighting equipment
- 34928510 - Street-lighting columns
- 44212226 - Electricity poles
- 45233293 - Installation of street furniture

## Release History

- 29 Aug 2024 at 10:32 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027528-2024
- 22 May 2024 at 15:12 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016217-2024

## Notice URLs

- http://www.north-ayrshire.gov.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00337
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000766556
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://www.scotcourts.gov.uk/

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