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Framework Agreement for the provision of spectrum equipment, ancillaries and associated services

OFCOM

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

20 Jun 2025 at 12:10

Award Notice
Tender

27 Nov 2024 at 14:21

Tender Notice
Planning

11 Jul 2024 at 15:26

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by OFCOM, headquartered at Riverside House, London, culminated in a framework agreement for the provision of spectrum equipment and associated services. The tender, titled "Framework Agreement for the provision of spectrum equipment, ancillaries and associated services," was classified under the industry category of spectrum analysers. The contract covers delivery to various locations, including British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man and the United Kingdom. The process adhered to an open procedure above the threshold and moved into the award stage, with active awards declared on 8th April 2025. The tendering period closed on 23rd January 2025, with the contract period spanning from 19th May 2025 to 18th May 2029. The total contract value is GBP 3,750,000.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for companies looking to expand their market footprint in the provision of spectrum equipment and services. Particularly well-suited are established technology firms with capabilities in manufacturing and servicing spectrum analysers and related equipment. The framework agreement divided the procurement into multiple lots, encouraging participation from SMEs, although Lot 8 did not receive satisfactory bids. Leading suppliers like Anritsu EMEA Limited, Keysight Technologies UK Ltd., and Rohde & Schwarz UK Ltd. were involved, highlighting the demand for expertise in this niche technology sector. This agreement offers a substantial growth opportunity for capable businesses to partner with OFCOM and other high-profile stakeholders across diverse local and international markets.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Framework Agreement for the provision of spectrum equipment, ancillaries and associated services

Notice Description

The notice relates to a new framework agreement that has been established for the future provision of spectrum equipment and associated services. We originally invited tenders against 9 individual lots: - Lot 1 - Portable Network Analyser - Lot 2 - Handheld Spectrum Analysers - Lot 3 - General purpose Spectrum Analysers - Lot 4 - High Specification Spectrum Analyser including RF-IQ Recording - Lot 5 - Broadcast Analyser and Receivers - Lot 6 - Small Form Factor Vector Signal Generator - Lot 7 - Vector/Signal Generators - Lot 8 - Ancillaries - Lot 9 - Repair and calibration services Agreements have been awarded against all lots with the exception of lot 8 for which no acceptable tenders were received.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-695c813d-e1b8-4b90-9bb7-b543965ab83d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9b3e9a8f-9a11-434b-be74-3ce2b0f5b2e9
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

38433300 - Spectrum analyser

50433000 - Calibration services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,750,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£3,750,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jun 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
23 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
26 Jul 2024Expired
Award Date
8 Apr 20251 years ago
Contract Period
19 May 2025 - 18 May 2029 4-5 years
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
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 9HA
Postcode Area
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
Not specified
Local Authority
Southwark
Electoral Ward
Borough & Bankside
Westminster Constituency
Bermondsey and Old Southwark

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
3
Supplier Names

Anritsu EMEA Limited

Keysight Technologies UK Ltd.

Rohde & Schwarz UK Ltd

Further Information

Notice Documents

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