---
title: "Public Access Wi-Fi for Dundee Waterfront"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000522232"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "DUNDEE CITY COUNCIL"
published: "2017-12-13"
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# Public Access Wi-Fi for Dundee Waterfront

Buyer: DUNDEE CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000522232

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## Summary

Dundee City Council is planning to procure an ultra-fast public access Wi-Fi solution for the Waterfront development in Dundee, UK. The procurement process is at the planning stage, with a future notice date scheduled for 22nd January 2018. Interested parties should be mindful of the need to submit their proposals in writing, specifically to the address at 18 City Square. The tender aims to meet the requirements outlined in a planned procurement notice released on 13th December 2017, detailing the project's goal to enhance connectivity in the area.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in telecommunications and IT services, particularly those with experience in providing high-capacity network solutions. Companies that have established connections in developing 5G infrastructure or have expertise in managing large-scale Wi-Fi installations would be well-suited to compete. The tender encourages collaboration across industry sectors, potentially paving the way for businesses to be part of future funding initiatives in technological advancements within the region.

## Notice

Dundee City Council has a requirement for an ultra-fast Public access Wi-Fi solution for the Waterfront development.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Dundee City Council has a requirement for an ultra-fast Public access Wi-Fi solution for the Waterfront development. This may be awarded via issue of our own contract notice. The solution will have a minimum data rate of 18MB/S (suitable for HD streaming). Each Access Point connected by gigabit fibre optic network using Star topology (minimum 8 core) and 240VAC and should have provision for future expansion. The solution should cater for 8000 simultaneous clients allowing a minimum 200 connections/unit. A minimum 1GB internet uplink/gateway throughput will be required for the public service. 'One Click' splash page with support and analytics. The resulting open access end-to-end fibre infrastructure is envisaged to act as a catalyst for Dundee City Council to be part of a consortium to bid for future 5G testbed funding in collaboration with industry and academia. The Council may choose to seek bidders that have established relationships with the current core DCMS 5G testbed partners. Continuing maintenance and support for seven years. A drawing showing the required coverage area and delivery phases is attached. Any interested parties can contact for further information which will then be shared via the Public Contracts Scotland portal.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC304326 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Dec 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Feb 2018 |
| Future notice date | 22 Jan 2018 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| 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 | DUNDEE CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | DUNDEE |
| Post town | Dundee |
| Postcode | DD1 1NZ |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM0 Eastern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM03 Angus and Dundee City |
| Local authority | Dundee City |
| Electoral ward | Maryfield |
| Westminster constituency | Dundee Central |
| Delivery location | TLM71 Angus and Dundee City |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment
- 45 - Construction work
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services
- 64 - Postal and telecommunications services
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 32412100 - Telecommunications network
- 32424000 - Network infrastructure
- 32510000 - Wireless telecommunications system
- 32524000 - Telecommunications system
- 32571000 - Communications infrastructure
- 45314000 - Installation of telecommunications equipment
- 50332000 - Telecommunications-infrastructure maintenance services
- 64200000 - Telecommunications services
- 64227000 - Integrated telecommunications services
- 72400000 - Internet services

## Release History

- 13 Dec 2017 at 00:00 - Planning - OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC304326

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC304326&idx=1
  16th December 2017 - Waterfront Wi-Fi Diagram
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC304326
  Public Access Wi-Fi for Dundee Waterfront - Dundee City Council has a requirement for an ultra-fast Public access Wi-Fi solution for the Waterfront development.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.dundeecity.gov.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=522232
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000522232

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