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Comparative International Fixed Telecoms Data

OFCOM

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16 Sep 2025 at 12:26

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by Ofcom, a public authority under sub-central government, focused on acquiring data services under the title "Comparative International Fixed Telecoms Data." The procurement aimed to gather comparative international fixed broadband data for internal use and publications like the Connected Nations Reports. The process, which has reached the award stage, was conducted under a limited competition method due to its below-threshold nature and is valued at £67,249. Based in London, the contract was signed in September 2025 and will run through October 2027, with potential extensions up to 2029. The project targets the telecommunications industry and covers services such as fixed broadband gigabit technologies comparison.

This tender presents a growth opportunity, especially for businesses experienced in data and telecommunications services. Large enterprises such as Analysys Mason have been engaged, indicating the scale of business required for effective delivery. Companies capable of providing comprehensive data analytics and reporting services may find this contract beneficial, as it also encompasses potential renewal, thereby sustaining business relationships and offering long-term collaboration. Businesses with innovative approaches in handling telecommunications data, particularly those adept at data analytics and comprehensive reporting, would be well-suited to thrive and grow under such contracts.

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Notice Title

Comparative International Fixed Telecoms Data

Notice Description

Ofcom has a requirement for comparative international fixed telecoms data for Ofcom's internal use and for inclusion in Ofcom publications, including our Connected Nations Reports. Our objective is to compare the availability and take-up of fixed broadband gigabit technologies in the UK to those in other countries.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-059b49
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056945-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

64 - Postal and telecommunications services

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

64200000 - Telecommunications services

72300000 - Data services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£67,249 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
15 Sep 2025 - 31 Oct 2027 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
OFCOM
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurementnotice@ofcom.org.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 9HA
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)
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
1
Supplier Name

ANALYSYS MASON

Further Information

Notice Documents

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