Appendix E - (Private Cable Network Requirements)

Notes to Authority;

The Authority should detail within this appendix any project specific requirements relating to Private Cable Network that the Authority would like the Bidder / Service Provider to adopt in preparation of designs and installation during delivery of the Core Investment Period Programme and during delivery of the Service with respect to maintenance and the like. Examples may include but will not be limited to:

■  policy relating to the re-use of existing Private Cable Network

■  policy relating to the use of Private Cable Network in the Investment Programmes

■  policy relating to the use of cable joints on both existing and proposed cables

■  historical information / Data Room information

This appendix should also make reference to, and attempt to quantify, the existing Private Cable Network.

The Authority should describe in detail the required outcome for Private Cable Networks in the form of a short specification cross referenced to the Output Specification where applicable. During development and preparation of the required outcome for Private Cable Network the Authority should ensure that the requirements do not adversely affect the affordability of the project by introducing excessive technical inputs. The Bidders should be asked to address the requirements of this Appendix within the relevant Method Statement.