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title: "Consultant Radio Frequency Engineer to assist with the procurement of a managed radio service for Mersey tunnels"
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# Consultant Radio Frequency Engineer to assist with the procurement of a managed radio service for Mersey tunnels

Buyer: MERSEYTRAVEL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-639bc967-097d-482d-ae36-47b7b371c9c4

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## Summary

The procurement process is being conducted by Merseytravel, focused on engaging a Consultant Radio Frequency Engineer to assist with the procurement of a managed radio service for the Mersey tunnels. This contract, valued at £70,000, falls under the communication equipment industry category and is located in the North West region of the United Kingdom. The tender is currently in the active stage and follows an open procurement method, with the tender period set to conclude on 10th May 2019 and the contract period running from 21st May 2019 to 20th September 2019.

This tender presents significant opportunities for growth, especially for consulting firms with expertise in radio frequency engineering and telecommunications services. Companies that offer technical advisory capabilities and are familiar with the specifications and evaluations related to managed communication services would be well-suited to compete for this engagement. With a substantial project duration of 3-4 months and potential for further commissioning tasks, businesses can look to establish valuable partnerships and expand their footprint within the transport sector.

## Notice

Merseytravel wish to engage a consultant RF Engineer to assist with the procurement of a managed radio service for Mersey tunnels. The consultant would advise on the specification, technical questions and monitoring and evaluation of the tender bids. The consultant would also review the project programme of the successful supplier and periodically assist Merseytravel during the commissioning of key components. It is anticipated that the period of the engagement would be for 3-4 months but with additional periods for the commissioning of major elements of the system which may be called off.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d5c825d5-cdcf-4085-a7f4-c929f080df9c |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Apr 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 10 May 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 20 May 2019 - 20 Sep 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £70,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MERSEYTRAVEL |
| Locality | LIVERPOOL |
| Post town | Liverpool |
| Postcode | L3 1BP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD72 Liverpool |
| Local authority | Liverpool |
| Electoral ward | Waterfront South |
| Westminster constituency | Liverpool Riverside |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 32000000 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment
- 32200000 - Transmission apparatus for radiotelephony, radiotelegraphy, radio broadcasting and television

## Release History

- 10 Apr 2019 at 16:34 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d5c825d5-cdcf-4085-a7f4-c929f080df9c
- 29 Mar 2019 at 16:42 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/358b791f-1bd6-43a6-81f5-dfd30f35d9f4

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d5c825d5-cdcf-4085-a7f4-c929f080df9c
  10th April 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/358b791f-1bd6-43a6-81f5-dfd30f35d9f4
  29th March 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.merseytravel.gov.uk/

## Provenance

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