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Understanding the Value of Spectrum Currently used for Digital Terrestrial TV

DEPARTMENT FOR CULTURE, MEDIA AND SPORT

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12 Dec 2025 at 16:55

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) has awarded a contract titled "Understanding the Value of Spectrum Currently used for Digital Terrestrial TV" within the research and development services category. This project aims to support the future of TV distribution and is taking place in London, England. The buying organisation is DCMS, located at 100 Parliament Street, London, SW1A 2BQ. The procurement method involved a selective call-off from a framework agreement. The award process is complete, with Analysis Mason Limited being selected as the supplier, and the contract period runs from 15 October 2025 to 21 January 2026. The contract value is £158,372.50. The tender stage concluded on 8 August 2025, with the award date on 5 November 2025.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses specialising in research and consultancy services, particularly those experienced in spectrum analysis and digital TV technologies. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are deemed suitable for this contract, offering them a chance to expand their client base within the public sector. Businesses with a proficient understanding of media communication technologies and consultancy expertise could effectively compete, making it an ideal opportunity for growth in the evolving digital services market.

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Notice Title

Understanding the Value of Spectrum Currently used for Digital Terrestrial TV

Notice Description

The Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) requires a supplier to provide research services to support a major project addressing the future of TV distribution.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0a4671d8-f81b-442f-918c-c214ca8141c1
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£158,372 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£158,372 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Dec 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
8 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Nov 20256 months ago
Contract Period
14 Oct 2025 - 21 Jan 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR CULTURE, MEDIA AND SPORT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2BQ
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ANALYSIS MASON

Further Information

Notice Documents

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