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Ambulance Radio Programme

AMBULANCE RADIO PROGRAMME

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02 Sep 2025 at 16:38

Summary of the contracting process

The Ambulance Radio Programme (ARP) has awarded a contract for the provision of eSIMs to enable voice and data functionality on handheld devices, primarily focusing on telecommunications equipment and supplies. The procurement process, which was conducted through a selective method as a call-off from a framework agreement, is now in the award stage, with the award being made active on 1st August 2025. The contract spans from 31st August 2025 to 31st August 2028 and involves supplies delivered to regions across England and Wales. The total value of the contract is £986,040. The buying organisation, represented by the Ambulance Radio Programme, is based in London, England.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the telecommunications sector, particularly those specialising in equipment and supplies. Given the value and scale of the contract, larger companies with the capacity to handle significant telecommunication projects would be well-positioned to compete in similar tenders. While this contract does not specifically target SMEs or VCSEs, businesses looking to expand their procurement portfolios or seeking opportunities within government contracts may find this type of tender beneficial for strategic growth. The secured partnership with a prominent supplier like British Telecommunications PLC underscores the competitive nature and high standards expected in such procurement processes.

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Notice Title

Ambulance Radio Programme

Notice Description

eSIMs for the provision of voice and data functionality on the handheld device

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-afec1f01-8f76-415c-8030-af4b0e4e1e64
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ce1e4e3b-1b3d-448e-a008-121b567cc19c
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

32500000 - Telecommunications equipment and supplies

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£986,040 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£986,040 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
21 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Jul 20256 months ago
Contract Period
30 Aug 2025 - 31 Aug 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
AMBULANCE RADIO PROGRAMME
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
commercial@arp.nhs.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 8UG
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)
TLI45 Lambeth
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England), TLL Wales

Local Authority
Lambeth
Electoral Ward
Waterloo & South Bank
Westminster Constituency
Vauxhall and Camberwell Green

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BRITISH TELECOMMUNICATIONS

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