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title: "712279450 CEP Purchase Contracts Finder"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-777d351f-2262-4d05-a863-ce280b9acdfd"
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buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE"
published: "2025-02-21"
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# 712279450 CEP Purchase Contracts Finder

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-777d351f-2262-4d05-a863-ce280b9acdfd

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence, based in Bristol, has completed the procurement process for the "712279450 CEP Purchase Contracts Finder" project, which involves the purchase of Command, Control, Communication systems. This selective procurement, conducted through a call-off from a framework agreement, commenced with the tender end date on 11 November 2024. The contract, valued at £4,730,417.70, will start on 12 November 2024 and conclude on 31 May 2025. The delivery location is in the South West region of the United Kingdom, specifically at postal code BS34 8JH.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) involved in the manufacturing and supply of communication systems. With the Ministry of Defence as the contracting authority, companies can leverage this high-profile contract to enhance their credentials and expand their market presence in the defence sector. Radiocoms Systems Limited, an SME based in London, was the successful supplier for this contract, underscoring the project's suitability for smaller businesses capable of delivering specialised communication equipment. This illustrates the potential for other SMEs to compete in similar procurements, fostering growth through strategic public sector contracts.

## Notice

Purchase of CEP units

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/23cd0cdb-13f4-4b57-9bba-3ad332f99cc2 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Nov 2024 |
| Contract period | 12 Nov 2024 - 31 May 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £4,730,417 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £4,730,417 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS34 8JH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire |
| Local authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Electoral ward | Stoke Park & Cheswick |
| Westminster constituency | Filton and Bradley Stoke |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | RADIOCOMS SYSTEMS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

### Codes

- 35711000 - Command, control, communication systems

## Release History

- 21 Feb 2025 at 12:48 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/23cd0cdb-13f4-4b57-9bba-3ad332f99cc2

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/23cd0cdb-13f4-4b57-9bba-3ad332f99cc2
  21st February 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/8fc212b8-a6ad-4f69-9422-03ebe7ed4c1a
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