Operation of Gigabit Network in Berkheim
About This Opportunity
TranslatedThe Municipality of Berkheim is establishing a passive fiber optic network across the entire municipality as part of a federal broadband funding initiative, aiming to provide approximately 1,000 addresses with future-proof fiber optic connections. This tender concerns the leasing of the constructed passive fiber optic infrastructure to a network operator. The Municipality of Berkheim will not operate the network or provide internet/telecommunication services itself. The selected service provider will act as the contractor under a service concession agreement, responsible for network operation and offering internet and telecommunication services, potentially as a bundled package, to private and commercial customers. This initiative aims to enhance digital connectivity within the municipality.
This is a services contract in the information and communication technology sector, with a focus on Network Infrastructure, Telecommunications and Internet. Located in Germany, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums.
Published through TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU), a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for services in the information and communication technology sector. Service contracts are typically evaluated on both technical quality and price, and may require bidders to demonstrate relevant experience and qualified personnel. This contract has already been awarded. The information is published for transparency and market intelligence purposes.
Description
Auto-translated from GermanAs part of the federal government's broadband funding, the municipality of Berkheim is establishing a passive fiber optic network throughout the municipality using the operator model. Approximately 1,000 addresses are to be supplied with future-proof fiber optic connections. The passive fiber optic infrastructure established for this purpose is to be leased to a network operator. The municipality of Berkheim, as the contracting authority (AG), does not provide network operation services or internet and telecommunications services itself. The subject of this tender is the leasing of a passive fiber optic network to a service provider who, as the contractor (AN) within the framework of a service concession, will ensure network operation and provide internet and telecommunications services, also as a bundled offer, to private and commercial end customers for an appropriate fee. Furthermore, the AN is responsible for offering active and passive wholesale products to demanders, taking into account the publications by the Federal Ministry of Transport dated 23.12.2024 (https://bmdv.bund.de/SharedDocs/DE/Anlage/DG/vorleistungspreise.html). In addition, maintenance, upkeep, repair, fault clearance and service services, as well as related services, are included. The AG's passive infrastructures will be handed over to the AN by way of a lease based on a corresponding network operation and lease agreement. Reference is made in full to the appendix 'Scope of Services' and the explanations contained therein. The project will be funded as follows, although currently only notices of grant approval in a preliminary amount are available as per the appendix 'Notices of Grant'. Final notices can only be applied for once the planning services still required for the so-called concretization applications have been provided by the successful bidder and the result of the tender is available. - Directive 'Funding to support the gigabit expansion of telecommunications networks in the Federal Republic of Germany' dated 27.12.2022 (Gigabit Directive) - Administrative regulation of the Ministry of the Interior for co-financing the Federal Directive 'Funding to support the gigabit expansion of telecommunications networks in the Federal Republic of Germany' (VwV Gigabit Co-financing) dated 10.09.2021 The future contractor must comply with all provisions of the grant notices underlying the project, including any secondary provisions, notes, conditions, information sheets, and appendices, as well as the relevant funding programs.
Data provenance
This notice is sourced from TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU) and was originally published on March 30, 2026. Last refreshed 60 days ago. Original language: German. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.
Frequently asked questions about this tender
How much was the contract awarded for?
NetCom BW GmbH was awarded the contract for €2,715,300. The figure reflects the value disclosed by the contracting authority in the award notice.
Where will the contract be performed?
The contract is for delivery in Germany. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.
How can I submit a bid?
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Is this tender still open?
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Who is the contracting authority?
This notice was issued by Gemeinde Berkheim in Germany. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.
What type of contract is this?
This is a Services contract in the Information & Communication Technology sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.
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