---
title: "BT Openreach Fibre diversion - Somersall Lane"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-068c62"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-04-28"
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# BT Openreach Fibre diversion - Somersall Lane

Buyer: DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-068c62

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## Summary

Derbyshire County Council has completed a procurement process for diverting BT Openreach fibre optic apparatus located at Somersall Lane, Chesterfield. The council serves as the buying organisation for this project, aiming to facilitate the removal of a damaged footbridge and the installation of a new GRP structure. The procurement process falls under the category of goods, with the main focus on fibre-optic connections. The contract, valued at £146,993.83 gross, was awarded to OPENREACH LIMITED and will cover activities until 31st December 2026. Commencing on the 27th of April 2026, this project highlights the council's efforts to uphold infrastructural improvements under the legal framework of the UK Public General Acts.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses involved in telecommunications infrastructure and civil engineering services. Companies skilled in fibre-optic diversions and associated ducting are particularly suited to similar future projects initiated by local governments. The project scope involves redirecting existing fibre networks into new structural settings, implying demand for technical expertise in fibre optic installations and bridge engineering solutions. Engaging in such projects can bolster a company's portfolio, aligning them with crucial infrastructure developments in the United Kingdom.

## Notice

Diversion of BT Openreach fibre optic apparatus at Somersall Lane, Chesterfield BT Openreach have apparatus on the damaged footbridge which needs to be diverted to facilitate removal of the footbridge and installation of a new GRP structure. The BT fibre network is to be diverted into the highway bridge. Works include diversion of 4 no. fibre cables and associated ducting

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038416-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - unknown |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | 26 Apr 2026 - 31 Dec 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £122,494 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | MATLOCK |
| Post town | Derby |
| Postcode | DE4 3AG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF13 South and West Derbyshire |
| Local authority | Derbyshire Dales |
| Electoral ward | Matlock West |
| Westminster constituency | Derbyshire Dales |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | OPENREACH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 32561000 - Fibre-optic connections

## Release History

- 28 Apr 2026 at 09:59 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038416-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038416-2026
  28th April 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://WWW.OPENREACH.CO.UK
- https://www.derbyshire.gov.uk/home.aspx
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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