This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

22 Jul 2026 at 13:47

Tender

22 Apr 2026 at 12:59

Planning

31 Mar 2026 at 12:24

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory culminated with the awarding of a contract for the "Technical Services Radio Upgrade" project. The initiative, based in Salisbury, UK, falls under the goods industry category for radio equipment and involved the integration of Motorola digital equipment with TRBOnet software. The procurement method was an open procedure, and the contract was awarded on 22nd July 2026, with the delivery phase scheduled from 24th August 2026 to 23rd August 2030. The procurement stages included planning, tender, and award, reflecting a structured approach to upgrading the existing radio communication system at Porton Down Range and the EE.

This tender presented significant opportunities for businesses specialising in communication technology, particularly those with expertise in digital radio systems. 2CL Communications Limited, a large supplier, secured the contract valued at £124,039.46, highlighting the scale and competitive nature of the opportunity. Given the procurement process invited open competition, businesses ranging from SMEs to established large enterprises could benefit by showcasing their specialised solutions and technical capabilities, aligning with the detailed technical and commercial criteria outlined in the tender documentation. This procurement process exemplifies how well-prepared companies in relevant sectors can achieve substantial business growth through government contracts.

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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

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06791b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069246-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£103,366 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
20 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
20 Apr 2026Expired
Award Date
21 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
23 Aug 2026 - 23 Aug 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

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

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

2CL COMMUNICATIONS

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