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Spectrum Analyser Acquisition - UK7

DEFENCE EQUIPMENT AND SUPPORT

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27 May 2025 at 13:55

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for acquiring a portable spectrum analyser, including necessary accessories for outdoor field work, has been conducted by Defence Equipment and Support, a part of the UK Ministry of Defence located in Bristol. This process, titled "Spectrum Analyser Acquisition - UK7", falls within the defence and security industry category. The procurement method was direct and below the threshold, meaning it was completed without competition. The award stage has been finalised, with Link Microtek Limited from Basingstoke being chosen as the supplier. The contract period commenced on 23rd May 2025 and is set to conclude on 31st July 2025. This procurement process is classified under the "goods" category, and the contract has been signed and made active as of 16th May 2025.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in producing or supplying spectrum analysers and related electronic equipment, particularly those within the defence sector. Companies classified as small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), like the winning supplier, would find this type of procurement highly accessible, especially given the direct award approach that bypassed a competitive tendering process. As a central government public authority, Defence Equipment and Support provides a reliable avenue for businesses looking to strengthen ties with governmental bodies in the UK, paving the way for potential future collaborations and growth in the sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Spectrum Analyser Acquisition - UK7

Notice Description

The aquisition of a portable spectrum analyser and accessories for outdoor field work.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-052728
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027792-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

38433300 - Spectrum analyser

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£39,586 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
22 May 2025 - 31 Jul 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEFENCE EQUIPMENT AND SUPPORT
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
claudia.tippett101@mod.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS34 8JH
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)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Stoke Park & Cheswick
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LINK MICROTEK

Further Information

Notice Documents

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