URL: https://westsussex.moderngov.co.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=2192

Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Economy and Skills (Cllr Garry Wall)

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Purpose: This project aims to improve mobile connectivity in Chichester City Centre which lacks consistent coverage. This results in difficulties in making calls or accessing digital platforms from mobile phones and other devices.   The County Council aims to work with the telecommunications market by procuring a technology solution that supports improved mobile connectivity in North, South, East and West streets in the short term and also enables network operators to work with the Council in the longer term to invest in mobile infrastructure in the city centre   The project aims to work in partnership with the Chichester Public Realm Improvement project to reduce disruption and keep costs to a minimum by carrying out civil engineering works at the same time as re-surfacing – a ‘dig once’ approach. 

Content: This project aims to improve mobile connectivity in Chichester City Centre which lacks consistent coverage. This results in difficulties in making calls or accessing digital platforms from mobile phones and other devices.   The County Council aims to work with the telecommunications market by procuring a technology solution that supports improved mobile connectivity in North, South, East and West streets in the short term and also enables network operators to work with the Council in the longer term to invest in mobile infrastructure in the city centre   The project aims to work in partnership with the Chichester Public Realm Improvement project to reduce disruption and keep costs to a minimum by carrying out civil engineering works at the same time as re-surfacing – a ‘dig once’ approach.  The Cabinet Member for Economy and Skills has:   (1)Approved the commencement of the procurement process required to select one or more suppliers to implement the required infrastructure.   (2)Delegated authority to the Interim Executive Director of Place Services to award the contract(s) required to deliver the infrastructure solution. None declared.

Date of Decision: June 3, 2025