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title: "715674450 - RAID002 161 RADIOS"
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# 715674450 - RAID002 161 RADIOS

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8c869ee6-457a-4888-a595-0f40225dca1e

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by the Ministry of Defence involves the acquisition of specialised radio equipment, specifically the AN/PRC 161 radios, tailored to UK specifications, as part of a contract award notice. This procurement falls within the 'Radio equipment' industry category, with a selective procurement method based on a call-off from the CCS Framework RM6116 - Network Services 3 (NS3). The procurement process has progressed to the 'Award' stage, with the contract awarded to L3 Harris Technologies on 24th November 2025 for a contract period ending on 23rd November 2026. The procurement value stands at £5,990,767.48 GBP. The items are set for delivery across various regions including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Europe, and the Rest of the World.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for business expansion, particularly appealing to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) given its eligibility criteria. The framework structure enables suppliers to engage with government contracts that may otherwise be difficult to access through conventional channels. Businesses specialising in military-grade communication equipment or similar goods are well-suited to capitalise on opportunities like these, enhancing their footprint within the defence sector marketplace. Engaging with such tenders not only promises immediate financial inflows but fosters long-term relationships with major government entities such as the Ministry of Defence, facilitating sustained business growth.

## Notice

Contract Award Notice for the Procurement of AN/PRC 161 to UK specification, with SAASM GPS, UK MMR Waveforms and ancillaries. Placed through a CCS Framework RM6116 - Network Services 3 (NS3)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f354e925-1a04-493d-8479-81e4b98191ed |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Nov 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Nov 2025 |
| Contract period | 24 Nov 2025 - 23 Nov 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £5,990,767 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £5,990,767 |
| 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | L3 HARRIS TECHNOLOGIES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 32344210 - Radio equipment

## Release History

- 15 Dec 2025 at 11:53 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f354e925-1a04-493d-8479-81e4b98191ed

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f354e925-1a04-493d-8479-81e4b98191ed
  15th December 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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