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title: "Thames Freeport 5G Innovation Partner"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04e73d"
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# Thames Freeport 5G Innovation Partner

Buyer: THAMES FREEPORT LIMITED  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04e73d

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Thames Freeport 5G Innovation Partner" contract is being conducted by Thames Freeport Limited, based in London. The contract, classified under the "Design and execution of research and development" industry category, aims to develop an AI campus with industry-focused centres. This opportunity is located in Barking & Dagenham and Havering, and the current procurement stage is the Tender stage. The tender period ends on 24 March 2025. The contract, valued at £1,250,000, involves investment in 5G and AI across key sites such as Ford Dagenham, Port of Tilbury, and London Gateway, and will last for 330 days with potential renewals.

This tender provides significant opportunities for economic operators, particularly SMEs, as it seeks a partner to source global innovators to address critical challenges. Businesses specialising in research and development in 5G and AI technologies, as well as those experienced in enhancing security, improving cargo movement, and reducing downtime, would be well-suited to compete. The procurement method is selective, using a competitive dialogue approach, ensuring that the bidding process is both rigorous and transparent, making it an attractive opportunity for businesses looking to expand their footprint in cutting-edge technological fields.

## Notice

The Thames Freeport innovation programme is developing an AI campus with industry-focused centers. Investment in 5G and AI is underway at key sites: Ford Dagenham, Port of Tilbury, and London Gateway. A partner will source global innovators to address challenges, accelerate deployment, and attract investment, aiming to cut costs, improve cargo movement, enhance security, and reduce downtime.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The Thames Freeport innovation programme is developing an AI campus with industry-focused centers. Investment in 5G and AI is underway at key sites: Ford Dagenham, Port of Tilbury, and London Gateway. A partner will source global innovators to address challenges, accelerate deployment, and attract investment, aiming to cut costs, improve cargo movement, enhance security, and reduce downtime. Additional information: To respond to this opportunity please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/53G4R3F5K2

Renewal: Ends March 2026 with the potential to be extended dependent on the necessary approvals and agreements from the Freeport Board and Accountable Body

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006961-2025 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Competitive dialogue |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,250,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THAMES FREEPORT LIMITED |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | Not specified |
| Postcode | EC3 7NQ |
| Country | Not specified |
| ITL 1 | Not specified |
| ITL 2 | Not specified |
| ITL 3 | Not specified |
| Local authority | Not specified |
| Electoral ward | Not specified |
| Westminster constituency | Not specified |
| Delivery location | TLI52 Barking & Dagenham and Havering |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73300000 - Design and execution of research and development

## Release History

- 21 Feb 2025 at 16:05 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006961-2025

## Notice URLs

- https://thamesfreeport.com/
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/53G4R3F5K2
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-Design-and-execution-of-research-and-development./53G4R3F5K2

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