Award

Installation, decommissioning, support and consultancy of radio and I T communications systems for emergency services vehicles - S499722

NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL

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Award

15 May 2025 at 10:04

Summary of the contracting process

Norfolk County Council has completed the procurement process for the installation, decommissioning, support, and consultancy of radio and IT communication systems for emergency services vehicles, under the title "Installation, decommissioning, support and consultancy of radio and IT communications systems for emergency services vehicles - S499722." This project, falling under the services industry category, was carried out at locations within Norwich, United Kingdom. The procurement, initiated on a below-threshold contract, was awarded to Gm-C Vehicle Communications Limited, with the contract spanning from 1 April 2025 to 31 March 2026, and signed on 31 March 2025. The award notice was published on 15 May 2025, marking the award and contract stage of the procurement.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in communication systems for emergency services. Companies that offer installation, maintenance, and technical consultancy, particularly those familiar with radiotelephony apparatus, are well-positioned to benefit from such contracts. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) like Gm-C Vehicle Communications Limited, with expertise in this niche field, are typically well-suited to compete for similar tenders, allowing them the chance to expand their business through public sector contracts. The engagement with Norfolk County Council exemplifies how contracts in specialised sectors can foster business growth and extend market reach.

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Notice Title

Installation, decommissioning, support and consultancy of radio and I T communications systems for emergency services vehicles - S499722

Notice Description

GM-C Communications currently provide installation, decommissioning, support and consultancy of radio and I T communications systems for emergency services vehicles, including Airwave Radios, MDTs and associated equipment within Fire Engines and Officer Cars.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-051410
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021619-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - unknown
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

51 - Installation services (except software)


CPV Codes

51330000 - Installation services of radiotelephony apparatus

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£50,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 May 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Mar 20251 years ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORWICH
Postcode
NR1 2DH
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Norwich
Electoral Ward
Lakenham
Westminster Constituency
Norwich South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GM-C VEHICLE COMMUNICATIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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