Tender

Technical Services Radio Upgrade

DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

22 Apr 2026 at 12:59

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

31 Mar 2026 at 12:24

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory is actively seeking to upgrade its existing radio communication system at the Porton Down Range in Salisbury, UK. The tender, titled "Technical Services Radio Upgrade", falls under the radio equipment industry category and is currently in the tender stage. This procurement, conducted via an open procedure, seeks to integrate Motorola digital equipment with TRBOnet software. Key dates include a tender period concluding on the 20th of May 2026, with an award period expected to end by the 26th of May 2026. Interested parties should note the substantial gross value of the contract, amounting to £204,000 GBP.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for companies specialising in radio equipment, digital communications, and software integration to expand their business portfolio. Firms with expertise in delivering high-quality technical services, particularly those experienced in using Motorola equipment and compatible software like TRBOnet, stand a good chance of securing this contract. Additionally, businesses that are adept at meeting detailed technical and commercial criteria outlined in the statement of requirements will find this a promising opportunity to showcase their capabilities and gain invaluable exposure within the central government sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Technical Services Radio Upgrade

Notice Description

An upgrade of the existing radio communication system at DSTL Porton Down Range and the EE using Motorola digital equipment integrated with TRBOnet software.

Planning Information

An upgrade of the existing radio communication system at DSTL Porton Down Range and the EE using Motorola digital equipment integrated with TRBOnet software. Further information to be provided within tender documentation if included in competition. If you would like to be included in this opportunity, please send an email to rdlund@dstl.gov.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06791b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036616-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

CPV Codes

32344210 - Radio equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£170,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£170,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Apr 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
20 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
20 Apr 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 1 Jun 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SALISBURY
Postcode
SP4 0JQ
Post Town
Salisbury
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK72 Wiltshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Wiltshire
Electoral Ward
Winterslow & Upper Bourne Valley
Westminster Constituency
Salisbury

Further Information

Notice Documents

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