Planning

Technical Services Radio Upgrade

DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY

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Planning

31 Mar 2026 at 12:24

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory is currently in the planning stage of a tender process titled "Technical Services Radio Upgrade." This procurement involves an upgrade to the existing radio communication system at the DSTL Porton Down Range and EE utilising Motorola digital equipment integrated with TRBOnet software. Located in Salisbury, United Kingdom, the project is categorised under 'goods,' specifically radio equipment, with the capacity of public authority central government. The procurement is significant, being above the threshold and the contract period is earmarked to commence on 1st June 2026, ending on 31st May 2030. Interested parties should note the scheduled milestone due date of 15th April 2026 and anticipate further tender documentation by 20th April 2026. Potential suppliers should act promptly if they wish to engage.

This tender offers business growth opportunities particularly for companies specialising in communication technology, radio equipment, and software integration. Suitable candidates might include enterprises experienced in dealing with digital radio communication systems, particularly those with expertise in Motorola equipment and TRBOnet software solutions. Given the high-value nature of this contract, businesses looking to expand their portfolio within governmental projects or those seeking to strengthen their presence in public sector procurement would find this opportunity particularly appealing. Companies should ensure they have the capability to meet the project specifications and timelines indicated in the preliminary market engagement notice.

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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/029650-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Mar 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
20 Apr 20263 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 31 May 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
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
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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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