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title: "PS25121 Evaluation of 5G Testbeds and Trials Programme"
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# PS25121 Evaluation of 5G Testbeds and Trials Programme

Buyer: DSIT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-85db9c7a-3c86-469a-a2eb-a6d7304f1acd

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## Summary

The Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) is finalising the procurement process for the evaluation of the 5G Testbeds and Trials Programme. The procurement falls under the category of research and development services, with the procurement method being selective, conducted via a call-off from the RM6126 Research & Insights DPS Framework. The contract period starts on 30th September 2025 and ends on 31st March 2026, providing services both within the UK and globally. The tender was awarded to SQW Limited on 30th September 2025, with the award notice published on 9th October 2025. The contract is valued at £561,946.25.

This tender opens up significant business opportunities for SMEs specialising in research and consultancy services, especially those with expertise in telecommunications and technological evaluations. As the evaluation encompasses international locations from Europe to the British Overseas Territories, businesses with a global operational capability are encouraged to engage. By participating in such high-profile government programmes, companies can establish themselves as leaders in the evaluation of cutting-edge digital infrastructure initiatives, potentially paving the way for further contracts in the fast-evolving tech industry.

## Notice

***** THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded following a mini competition under the RM6126 Research & Insights DPS Framework Brief Description of Requirement The Digital Infrastructure Directorate (DI) within the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) is commissioning a final evaluation of the 5G Testbeds and Trials (5GTT) Programme. This procurement seeks to appoint a supplier to deliver a comprehensive impact and economic evaluation of the programme.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/160611ee-af55-4142-86bb-4435b39d0b59 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Dynamic |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Aug 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Sep 2025 |
| Contract period | 29 Sep 2025 - 31 Jul 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £561,946 |
| 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 | DSIT |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1FF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon |
| Local authority | Swindon |
| Electoral ward | Rodbourne Cheney |
| Westminster constituency | Swindon North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SQW |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 20 Apr 2026 at 08:31 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/160611ee-af55-4142-86bb-4435b39d0b59
- 9 Oct 2025 at 12:48 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/160611ee-af55-4142-86bb-4435b39d0b59

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/160611ee-af55-4142-86bb-4435b39d0b59
  20th April 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.uksbs.co.uk

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