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Narda EMF test equipment calibration & maintenance

OFCOM

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04 Feb 2026 at 14:41

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by Ofcom, a key regulatory authority based in London, involved the calibration and maintenance of Narda EMF test equipment and related components. The contract, valued at £47,324, was awarded to Link Microtek Ltd UK, an SME headquartered in Basingstoke. This direct procurement method was conducted below threshold without competition, indicating a targeted approach to selecting a supplier. The contract, which commenced on 7 August 2025, is slated to continue until 6 August 2029, thereby ensuring a long-term collaboration. The procurement falls under the services category, specifically focusing on calibration services, and covers locations across the United Kingdom.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs specialising in calibration and maintenance services within the telecommunications and EMF testing sectors. Companies with expertise in delivering high-precision calibration services would find themselves well-suited to compete for similar opportunities, especially those possessing the capability to maintain complex electronic equipment. By securing such contracts, businesses can enhance their portfolios and establish long-standing relationships with public sector organisations like Ofcom.

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Notice Title

Narda EMF test equipment calibration & maintenance

Notice Description

The calibration and maintenance of five sets + 4 x Narda Triaxial probes/antennas and broadband field meter. Intent is to perform this one at a time for each set so the other four can remain in use around the country.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064727
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010063-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50433000 - Calibration services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£47,324 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Aug 20256 months ago
Contract Period
6 Aug 2025 - 6 Aug 2029 4-5 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

LINK MICROTEK

Further Information

Notice Documents

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