Tender

Consultant Radio Frequency Engineer to assist with the procurement of a managed radio service for Mersey tunnels

MERSEYTRAVEL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

10 Apr 2019 at 16:34

Tender Notice
Tender

29 Mar 2019 at 16:42

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is being conducted by Merseytravel, focused on engaging a Consultant Radio Frequency Engineer to assist with the procurement of a managed radio service for the Mersey tunnels. This contract, valued at £70,000, falls under the communication equipment industry category and is located in the North West region of the United Kingdom. The tender is currently in the active stage and follows an open procurement method, with the tender period set to conclude on 10th May 2019 and the contract period running from 21st May 2019 to 20th September 2019.

This tender presents significant opportunities for growth, especially for consulting firms with expertise in radio frequency engineering and telecommunications services. Companies that offer technical advisory capabilities and are familiar with the specifications and evaluations related to managed communication services would be well-suited to compete for this engagement. With a substantial project duration of 3-4 months and potential for further commissioning tasks, businesses can look to establish valuable partnerships and expand their footprint within the transport sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Consultant Radio Frequency Engineer to assist with the procurement of a managed radio service for Mersey tunnels

Notice Description

Merseytravel wish to engage a consultant RF Engineer to assist with the procurement of a managed radio service for Mersey tunnels. The consultant would advise on the specification, technical questions and monitoring and evaluation of the tender bids. The consultant would also review the project programme of the successful supplier and periodically assist Merseytravel during the commissioning of key components. It is anticipated that the period of the engagement would be for 3-4 months but with additional periods for the commissioning of major elements of the system which may be called off.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-639bc967-097d-482d-ae36-47b7b371c9c4
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d5c825d5-cdcf-4085-a7f4-c929f080df9c
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

CPV Codes

32000000 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

32200000 - Transmission apparatus for radiotelephony, radiotelegraphy, radio broadcasting and television

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£70,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Apr 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
10 May 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
20 May 2019 - 20 Sep 2019 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MERSEYTRAVEL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LIVERPOOL
Postcode
L3 1BP
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD72 Liverpool
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Liverpool
Electoral Ward
Waterfront South
Westminster Constituency
Liverpool Riverside

Further Information

Notice Documents

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