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Height-based clutter dataset

OFCOM

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13 Apr 2026 at 09:03

Summary of the contracting process

Ofcom, the UK’s communications regulator, has completed a contracting process to update its height-based clutter dataset used in radio wave propagation models. The contract was awarded to Bluesky International Limited, and the procurement method employed was 'limited', indicating below-threshold competition. The tender falls under the 'services' category with a focus on data services, and it involves services to be delivered within the United Kingdom. The contract commenced on 9th February 2026 and will conclude on 8th June 2026, with an award value of GBP 49,026. This project, which aims to improve the prediction accuracy of radio wave propagation, highlights Ofcom's focus on advancing its technical spectrum management framework.

This tender presents business growth opportunities primarily for small to medium enterprises specialising in data services, particularly those experienced with geographic and technical data classifications. Companies like Bluesky International Limited, a seasoned supplier in the field, can leverage their expertise to meet Ofcom’s specifications for a height-based clutter classification methodology. This contract underlines a niche market niche that regulatory bodies like Ofcom are targeting, offering smaller and specialised firms a pathway to engage with government projects and expand their portfolio in public sector services.

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Notice Title

Height-based clutter dataset

Notice Description

Ofcom has a requirement to update the "clutter" dataset used by the radio wave propagation models in our technical spectrum management framework. Our recent work concludes that transitioning to more granular and height-based clutter classification significantly improves prediction accuracy. We have developed a methodology for generating height-based clutter classification and would like the delivery of this product based on our specifications.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06809a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033090-2026
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72300000 - Data services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£49,026 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Feb 20262 months ago
Contract Period
9 Feb 2026 - 8 Jun 2026 1-6 months
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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

BLUESKY INTERNATIONAL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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