Scope
Description
The Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) to existing and potential providers of UK flagged, UK based subsea fibre optic cable repair and maintenance services
Total value (estimated)
- £7,916,666.67 excluding VAT
- £9,500,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2046
- Possible extension to 31 March 2056
- 30 years
Main procurement category
Goods
Additional procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 50241100 - Vessel repair services
- 50332000 - Telecommunications-infrastructure maintenance services
- 50331000 - Repair and maintenance services of telecommunications lines
- 34511100 - Marine patrol vessels
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Engagement
Engagement deadline
23 January 2026
Engagement process description
Please submit all expressions of interest to Naomi.jones2@dsit.gov.uk
Submission
Publication date of tender notice (estimated)
31 March 2026
Contracting authority
Department for Science, Innovation & Technology
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PVWZ-3216-PVQL
22 Whitehall
London
SW1A 2EG
United Kingdom
Region: UKI32 - Westminster
Organisation type: Public authority - central government