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Provision and Installation of Mast into Spectrum Vehicles

OFCOM

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11 Sep 2025 at 10:59

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process initiated by Ofcom involved the "Provision and Installation of Mast into Spectrum Vehicles," focusing on vehicle conversion and reconditioning services. The procurement, held in London, United Kingdom, underwent a limited procurement method through competitive quotation below the threshold. The process has reached the Award stage, which was active from 2 May 2025, and it is set to conclude by 30 September 2025. Ofcom planned to enhance its fleet with new vehicles, requiring the installation of specific equipment, including pneumatic masts for mobile radio monitoring. The contracted supplier, Upshot UK Ltd, was awarded this contract valued at £62,500.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in vehicle conversion and reconditioning, particularly those adept in integrating technological installations within specialised vehicles. Additionally, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as well as voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs), could find this project beneficial for expanding their portfolio in the government contracts sector. Companies experienced in providing innovative technical solutions and possessing the capability to meet detailed specifications are well-suited to compete for similar future tenders.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision and Installation of Mast into Spectrum Vehicles

Notice Description

Ofcom's fleet of owned vehicles is being refreshed by an additional 3 Land Rover Jaguars and 5 Renault Masters medium sized vans. The vehicles will be owned by Ofcom and will be technically converted with electronic equipment and storage solutions. Ofcom's medium size vans are used as a mobile radio monitoring platform which includes a vehicle mounted pneumatic mast used in radio monitoring operations. Ofcom required the supply and fitting of 1 mast per vehicle. The vehicles that require the masts to be installed are: Conversion Type 1- Land Rover Jaguar Defender 110 Diesel 3.0 D250 Hard Top S Auto - Mild Hybrid Electric Vehicle Type 1 (Quantity 3 Vehicles) Conversion Type 2 - Renault Master E-TECH MM35 Panel Van E-Tech Advance MY24 87kw/h Land Rover Jaguar Defender 110 Diesel 3.0 D250 Hard Top S Auto - Mild Hybrid Diesel x3 As a minimum the masts must meet the following technical criteria. The Contractor shall be responsible for the supply and installation of all the stated equipment and hardware including electrical and mechanical work. Through roof mast solution required Mounted with upper and lower rotatable bearings Mast height to achieve a height of 8m above ground level Mast must be deployed using remote control device. Each section should be lockable. Ofcom require the mast to be capable of a minimum of 10Kg headload Rotating handle inside for mast movement Lockable lower bearing Mast cover which must be durable and secure 12v compressor and air exhaust and intake to be installed if possible underfloor Remote warning buzzer and lamp if handbrake is released during mast deployment Sufficient lubricant for 2 years or routine maintenance Mast adaptor to fit top section of supplied mast for fixing antennas Antenna mounting brackets to be supplied for mounting antennas vertical and horizontal Mast operating limitations data be displayed on or near the mast location in vehicle

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-28d00806-6d02-46f7-bff2-751393ec99b4
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6ac7c131-91c6-45ed-8ba8-436e8ce35cac
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

50117000 - Vehicle conversion and reconditioning services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£62,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£62,500 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
31 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
1 May 2025 - 30 Sep 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
OFCOM
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 9HA
Post Town
South East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Southwark
Electoral Ward
Borough & Bankside
Westminster Constituency
Bermondsey and Old Southwark

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

UPSHOT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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