Spectrum Licensing System

OFCOM

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Summary of the contracting process

Ofcom, the UK's communications regulator, has initiated a procurement process for the "Spectrum Licensing System", focusing on the industry category of industry-specific software packages and development services. The procurement process, which uses the direct award method, involves Ofcom's operations in London, United Kingdom, under the legal framework provided by the Procurement Act 2023. The tender is at the award stage, with a contract period commencing on 4 August 2025 and lasting until 3 August 2030, with the possibility of a five-year extension. Ofcom justifies the direct award to LS Telcom AG, a company based in Germany, due to technical reasons and the proprietary nature of the software involved, with a gross contract value of £24.6 million.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses operating in the domain of specialised software and telecommunications. Companies with expertise in proprietary software maintenance and development, particularly those similar to LS Telcom AG, would find themselves well suited to compete if expansion opportunities arise during the potential development of new licence types. Ofcom’s openness to alternative development approaches for new licensing services not bound by existing implementations could attract innovation from businesses within the tech sector that can navigate complex regulatory environments and offer cost-effective solutions. This contract emphasises the ongoing need for expert-driven solutions in the spectrum management space, providing growth avenues for firms with niche technological capabilities.

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Spectrum Licensing System

OFCOM

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

1st July 2025 14:57:19 PM
Contract Summary

As part of our statutory duties Ofcom is required under the Wireless Telegraphy (WT) Act to authorise the use of spectrum by radio equipment. Unless such use of a spectrum band is explicitly exempt by regulation, use is authorised through the issuance of an appropriate spectrum license and collection of the required fees. This contract consolidates into a single contract a range of maintenance, support and development agreements for services related to Spectrum and Broadcast licensing.
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-h6vhtk-0556d6

Publication Source

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Procurement Stage

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Procurement Method

Direct

Procurement Method Details

Direct Award

Procurement Category

N/A

Tender Suitability

Framework / DPS
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

CPV Division(s)
Awarding Authority

OFCOM

Buyer Name

Buyer Email

procurementnotice@ofcom.org.uk

Buyer Phone

Buyer Address

Riverside House, 2a Southwark Bridge Road

London

SE1 9HA

United Kingdom
Awarded Supplier(s)

Supplier Name(s)

LS TELCOM AG

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Award, Contract

Spectrum Licensing System

OFCOM

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

1st July 2025 13:29:57 PM
Contract Summary

As part of our statutory duties Ofcom is required under the Wireless Telegraphy (WT) Act to authorise the use of spectrum by radio equipment. Unless such use of a spectrum band is explicitly exempt by regulation, use is authorised through the issuance of an appropriate spectrum license and collection of the required fees. This contract consolidates into a single contract a range of maintenance, support and development agreements for services related to Spectrum and Broadcast licensing.
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-h6vhtk-0556d6

Publication Source

Find a Tender Service

Procurement Stage

Award, Contract

Procurement Method

Direct

Procurement Method Details

Direct Award

Procurement Category

N/A

Tender Suitability

Framework / DPS
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

CPV Division(s)
Awarding Authority

OFCOM

Buyer Name

Buyer Email

procurementnotice@ofcom.org.uk

Buyer Phone

Buyer Address

Riverside House, 2a Southwark Bridge Road

London

SE1 9HA

United Kingdom
Awarded Supplier(s)

Supplier Name(s)

LS TELCOM AG

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Spectrum Licensing System

OFCOM

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Spectrum Licensing System

OFCOM

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