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Request for Information: Enterprise Networks, Telephony and Low Earth Orbit Capabilities

NATIONAL GAS TRANSMISSION PLC · Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

Tender information last checkedLast checked 30 Sept 2026, 06:56.

Opportunity overview

National Gas Transmission owns and operates Britain's National Transmission System (NTS) for gas. This complex matrix of pipelines transports gas from its points of entry to power stations, industrial plants, storage facilities and to the local Gas Distribution Networks that take gas into homes and businesses, as well as overseas via interconnectors. The NTS comprises around 5,000 miles of pipeline, more than 60 compressors at 21 compressor stations and more than 500 above-ground installations. It enables us to ensure security of supply by transporting gas to wherever it's needed, safely and reliably. Every year, the National Transmission System (NTS) for gas quietly and efficiently delivers up to three times the energy transported by the electricity grid. National Gas Transmission is looking to the future by developing the hydrogen transmission system of tomorrow - building the capability and flexibility required for a clean energy future. Our gas transmission specialists are creating the infrastructure to transport low-carbon hydrogen as a replacement for natural gas, and to transport carbon dioxide for Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS). By applying our expertise to develop the energy systems of the future, we are proud to play a leading role in delivering the UK's net zero ambitions. As a growing organisation within the UK we are now looking to review the market capabilities for our enterprise networks, telephony and advancing technologies such as low earth orbit connectivity. National Gas are considering our national strategy for these capabilities and will be using this information to understand what the market can provide in relation to our requirements and future business needs. Please complete the following survey ideally by Friday 8th August 2025.

Classification

  • CPV32412000 — Communications network
  • CPV32413000 — Integrated network
  • CPV32415000 — Ethernet network
  • CPV32416000 — ISDN network
  • CPV32417000 — Multimedia networks
  • CPV32420000 — Network equipment
  • CPV32430000 — Wide area network
  • CPV32510000 — Wireless telecommunications system
  • CPV32520000 — Telecommunications cable and equipment
  • CPV32530000 — Satellite-related communications equipment
  • CPV32550000 — Telephone equipment
  • CPV32570000 — Communications equipment
  • CPV50312300 — Maintenance and repair of data network equipment
  • CPV50312310 — Maintenance of data network equipment
  • CPV50312320 — Repair of data network equipment
  • CPV72000000 — IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Lots

  • Lot 1Value not stated

Documents and notices

Published notice details

Additional information from the published procurement release. Fields appear only when supplied by the source; check the original notice and tender documents before acting.

Scope, procedure and submissions

Id
ocds-h6vhtk-056990
Status
planning
Above Threshold
Yes
Main Procurement Category
services

Legal basis

Id
2023/54
Scheme
UKPGA

Special regime

utilities

Lots and requirements

Entry 1
Id
1
Status
planning
Has Renewal
Yes

Suitability

Sme
Yes
Vcse
Yes

Contract period

Ends
1 Jan 2029, 23:59
Starts
2 Jan 2026, 00:00
Max Extent Date
1 Jan 2031, 23:59

Items and delivery

Item 1
Id
1
Related Lot
1

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UK
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Id
32412000
Scheme
CPV
Description
Communications network
Entry 2
Id
32413000
Scheme
CPV
Description
Integrated network
Entry 3
Id
32415000
Scheme
CPV
Description
Ethernet network
Entry 4
Id
32416000
Scheme
CPV
Description
ISDN network
Entry 5
Id
32417000
Scheme
CPV
Description
Multimedia networks
Entry 6
Id
32420000
Scheme
CPV
Description
Network equipment
Entry 7
Id
32430000
Scheme
CPV
Description
Wide area network
Entry 8
Id
32510000
Scheme
CPV
Description
Wireless telecommunications system
Entry 9
Id
32520000
Scheme
CPV
Description
Telecommunications cable and equipment
Entry 10
Id
32530000
Scheme
CPV
Description
Satellite-related communications equipment
Entry 11
Id
32550000
Scheme
CPV
Description
Telephone equipment
Entry 12
Id
32570000
Scheme
CPV
Description
Communications equipment
Entry 13
Id
50312300
Scheme
CPV
Description
Maintenance and repair of data network equipment
Entry 14
Id
50312310
Scheme
CPV
Description
Maintenance of data network equipment
Entry 15
Id
50312320
Scheme
CPV
Description
Repair of data network equipment
Entry 16
Id
72000000
Scheme
CPV
Description
IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Planning and budget

Documents

Entry 1
Id
044490-2025
Format
text/html
Notice Type
UK2
Description
Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
Document Type
marketEngagementNotice
Published
30 Jul 2025, 17:21

Milestones

Entry 1
Id
engagement
Type
engagement
Status
scheduled
Due
15 Aug 2025, 23:59
Description
Our aim is to leverage market expertise alongside our internal insights to continue developing our strategy that meets both our operational needs and compliments the market's service capabilities. We believe that the supplier's input in this early dialogue is crucial to the success of this initiative. We are conducting this RFI exercise via Microsoft Form - Please aim to complete the form (link below) by Friday 8th August although the form will remain open to the 15th August https://forms.office.com/e/4YpXRCJ00N If you have any issues with the link please contact box.procurement@nationalgas.com - with the Reference: Networks RFI Query Any future opportunities or stages will be launched via Achillies Utilities Vendor Data Base Platform (https://www.achilles.com/uvdb/) UVDB is a community-driven compliant prequalification system designed for regulated utilities in the UK and the wider UK utilities market. It is a collaborative environment where utilities companies and suppliers work together to ensure high standards and compliance with legislative requirements . With an independent chair and equal representation across all utilities, UVDB promotes inclusivity and transparency, making it a trusted platform for both large enterprises and SMEs alike. Therefore: - If membership costs are prohibitive for your organisations involvement in future opportunities please get in touch with us to discuss - box.procurement@nationalgas.com ref Network RFI Query

Buyer, suppliers and contacts

Organisation 1
Id
GB-COH-02006000
Name
NATIONAL GAS TRANSMISSION PLC

Roles

buyer

Address

Region
UKG13
Country
GB
Locality
Warwick
Postal Code
CV34 6DA
Country Name
United Kingdom
Street Address
National Grid House Warwick Technology Park

Details

Classifications

Entry 1
Id
privateUtility
Scheme
UK_CA_TYPE
Description
Private utility

Identifier

Id
02006000
Scheme
GB-COH

Contact

Additional Identifiers

Entry 1
Id
PBXW-9626-VNZM
Scheme
GB-PPON

Recorded locations

  • Buyer location · Warwick · UKG13 · CV34 6DA · United Kingdom
  • Delivery location · UK · United Kingdom

Notice and amendment history

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  1. ocds-h6vhtk-056990-2025-07-30T17:21:05+01:00Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender ·