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Spectrum Monitoring Call-off Contract

UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL

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13 Feb 2025 at 09:44

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Bristol has completed the tender process for the "Spectrum Monitoring Call-off Contract" under the Communications Network industry category. This call-off contract, designed to support the JOINER project's network monitoring and testing platform needs, covers a variety of locations including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and other global regions. The total contract value is £7,000,000 and runs from 19 December 2024 to 31 March 2028, following an end-of-tender period on 18 December 2024. The procurement was conducted through a selective call-off from the CCS Spark DPS framework agreement.

This contract presents significant growth opportunities for suppliers specialised in network communication technologies. Businesses such as small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), which can offer advanced networking and testing solutions, stand to benefit greatly from this tender. The awarding of contracts to suppliers including CRFS Limited, Keysight, and National Instruments reflects the University's commitment to leveraging cutting-edge technologies to enhance its research capabilities. This opportunity is particularly suitable for suppliers who are capable of delivering high-quality products and services, fostering innovation within a collaborative research environment.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Spectrum Monitoring Call-off Contract

Notice Description

The University of Bristol JOINER project has a requirement for Network Monitoring and Testing platforms for use by researchers using the JOINER testbed. This is a call-off contract to allow for future expansion of the testbed capabilities. Contract's have been awarded via the CCS Spark DPS, as the highest ranked supplier after conducting a mini-competition.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-aa84d54a-4ed4-4556-95eb-a1211cd6df43
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ee1044bc-03ad-4fb4-878d-4cbe6560b098
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

32412000 - Communications network

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,899,311 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£7,000,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 Dec 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Dec 20241 years ago
Contract Period
17 Dec 2024 - 31 Mar 2028 3-4 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
UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS1 5DS
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK51 Bristol, City of
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Bristol, City of
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Bristol Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
3
Supplier Names

CRFS

KEYSIGHT

NATIONAL INSTRUMENTS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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