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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 11:44

Award Notice
Tender

27 Nov 2024 at 11:58

Tender Notice
Planning

11 Jul 2024 at 15:24

Planning Notice
Summary of the contracting process

OFCOM, a body governed by public law, is currently active in the procurement stage for a significant framework agreement titled "Framework Agreement for the Provision of Spectrum Equipment, Ancillaries and Associated Services." This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically targeting the spectrum analyser industry. The opportunity, taking place in the UK, is conducted using an open procedure, with the tender deadline set for 15 January 2025. The framework allows multiple suppliers to participate, aimed at fostering competition and ensuring diverse involvement. This tender involves various categories including Portable Network Analysers, Handheld Spectrum Analysers, and more, each with detailed specifications and contracts indicating long term engagements of up to 1440 days in some cases.

This tender presents vast opportunities for businesses specialising in spectrum analysis technology, radio broadcast receivers, and signal generation equipment to expand their portfolio and market presence. Companies with strengths in providing high-quality spectrum analysers, robust calibration services, or innovative signal generators will find this framework particularly advantageous. Additionally, businesses equipped to supply RF measurement ancillaries may well find lucrative prospects in this agreement. The focus on quality, with 70% weightage in criteria, emphasizes the procurement's intent to secure technically superior products, aligning well with companies prioritizing quality in their offerings. Given the broad scope and competitive approach, this tender is an excellent growth opportunity for both established and innovative enterprises.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Framework Agreement for the Provision of Spectrum Equipment, Ancillaries and Associated Services

Notice Description

Ofcom is seeking to appoint suppliers to a framework agreement for the provision of spectrum equipment, ancillaries and associated services.

Lot Information

Portable Network Analysers

Portable Network Analyser

Handheld Spectrum Analysers

Handheld Spectrum Analysers

General Purpose Spectrum Analysers

General purpose Spectrum Analysers

High Specification Spectrum Analysers including RF-IQ Recording

High Specification Spectrum Analyser including RF-IQ Recording

Broadcast Analysers and Receivers

Broadcast Analyser and Receivers

Small Form Factor Vector Signal Generators

Small Form Factor Vector Signal Generator

Vector/Signal Generators

Vector/Signal Generators

RF Measurements Ancillaries

Ancillaries

Repair and calibration services

Repair and calibration services

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-047caf
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034018-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

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

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

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

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

31220000 - Electrical circuit components

32310000 - Radio broadcast receivers

34999100 - Signal generators

38433300 - Spectrum analyser

50433000 - Calibration services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,750,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£19,329,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£3,432,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jun 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
15 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
31 Aug 2024Expired
Award Date
6 May 20251 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active, Unsuccessful
Contracts Status
Active

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
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
4
Supplier Names

Anritsu EMEA Limited

Keysight Technologies

Keysight Technologies UK Ltd.

Rohde & Schwarz UK Ltd.

Further Information

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