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Software Upgrades and Test Mobile Phone Replacement for mobile coverage and performance measurement walk test system

OFCOM

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01 Jul 2026 at 13:31

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process conducted by Ofcom, a public authority part of the sub-central government, for "Software Upgrades and Test Mobile Phone Replacement for mobile coverage and performance measurement walk test system" focused on the telecommunications industry. Located in London, the procurement stage has reached completion as per the latest update on 1st July 2026. This procurement was executed using a direct method, identified as "Below threshold - without competition." The awarded contract commenced on 1st September 2026 and is set to conclude on 31st August 2027, with a gross value of £59,602.34.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in telecommunications, particularly those adept at offering services related to repair, maintenance, and enhancement of mobile networks. With Rohde & Schwarz UK Ltd being the supplier, large-scale companies with expertise in state-of-the-art mobile infrastructure upgrades and testing could leverage such contracts to expand their service portfolio and strengthen their presence in the fast-evolving mobile technology industry. The contract, although completed, showcases the strategic importance for similar businesses to remain attentive to such tender opportunities for future engagements with Ofcom and similar authorities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Software Upgrades and Test Mobile Phone Replacement for mobile coverage and performance measurement walk test system

Notice Description

Update of one mobile coverage and performance measurement walk test system. This consists of the upgrade of system software to support full measurement capability of current mobile networks. The existing test mobile user equipment (UE) hardware used with the system has also being upgraded to the latest consumer devices.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c16c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061807-2026
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

50300000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to personal computers, office equipment, telecommunications and audio-visual equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£59,602 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Jun 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

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

ROHDE & SCHWARZ

Further Information

Notice Documents

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