---
title: "WAN Connectivity 2027 - 2030"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-067185"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR LINCOLNSHIRE"
published: "2026-03-23"
---

# WAN Connectivity 2027 - 2030

Buyer: POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR LINCOLNSHIRE  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-067185

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## Summary

The Police and Crime Commissioner for Lincolnshire has initiated a public procurement process for WAN Connectivity for the years 2027 to 2030, focusing on providing reliable public internet connectivity and support across multiple geographical locations for Lincolnshire Police. This tender falls under the industry category of Networks and is currently at the Planning stage. The procurement is facilitated by an open procedure, with key dates including a submission deadline on 12th June 2026 and an award decision expected by 15th July 2026. The contract is scheduled to commence on 15th January 2027 and could be extended maximally until 14th January 2032. The procurement process is above the threshold, ensuring comprehensive participation from qualified bidders.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in network connectivity and infrastructure to expand their footprint within the public sector. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that have the capability to deliver efficient and reliable network services may find this contract particularly suitable. Given the option to add or remove sites for connectivity, businesses that offer flexible and scalable solutions will be well-positioned to compete. This contract not only allows for growth in terms of service provision but also fosters long-term collaboration with a significant governmental entity, providing potential for continued engagement and optional extensions based on performance satisfaction.

## Notice

To provide reliable public internet based connectivity and support to the PCC for Lincolnshire/ Lincolnshire Police at multiple geographical locations

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: This contract will include the option to add or remove sites for connectivity

Renewal: 2 x 12 months optional extensions at the sole discretion of the Customer. To be executed if the service provision has been to the Customer's satisfaction or if no suitable replacement contract is in place

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026318-2026 |
| Notice type | UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Jun 2026 |
| Future notice date | 20 Apr 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 15 Jan 2027 - 14 Jan 2030 |
| 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 | POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR LINCOLNSHIRE |
| Locality | LINCOLN |
| Post town | Lincoln |
| Postcode | LN2 2LT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF3 Lincolnshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF30 Lincolnshire CC |
| Local authority | West Lindsey |
| Electoral ward | Nettleham |
| Westminster constituency | Gainsborough |
| Delivery location | TLF3 Lincolnshire |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

### Codes

- 32400000 - Networks

## Release History

- 23 Mar 2026 at 14:21 - Planning - UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026318-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026318-2026
  23rd March 2026 - Planned procurement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://sell2.in-tend.co.uk/blpd/home
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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