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title: "Spectrum Monitoring Call-off Contract"
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# Spectrum Monitoring Call-off Contract

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-aa84d54a-4ed4-4556-95eb-a1211cd6df43

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## Summary

The University of Bristol has completed the tender process for the "Spectrum Monitoring Call-off Contract" under the Communications Network industry category. This call-off contract, designed to support the JOINER project's network monitoring and testing platform needs, covers a variety of locations including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and other global regions. The total contract value is £7,000,000 and runs from 19 December 2024 to 31 March 2028, following an end-of-tender period on 18 December 2024. The procurement was conducted through a selective call-off from the CCS Spark DPS framework agreement.

This contract presents significant growth opportunities for suppliers specialised in network communication technologies. Businesses such as small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), which can offer advanced networking and testing solutions, stand to benefit greatly from this tender. The awarding of contracts to suppliers including CRFS Limited, Keysight, and National Instruments reflects the University's commitment to leveraging cutting-edge technologies to enhance its research capabilities. This opportunity is particularly suitable for suppliers who are capable of delivering high-quality products and services, fostering innovation within a collaborative research environment.

## Notice

The University of Bristol JOINER project has a requirement for Network Monitoring and Testing platforms for use by researchers using the JOINER testbed. This is a call-off contract to allow for future expansion of the testbed capabilities. Contract's have been awarded via the CCS Spark DPS, as the highest ranked supplier after conducting a mini-competition.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ee1044bc-03ad-4fb4-878d-4cbe6560b098 |
| 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, SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Dec 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Dec 2024 |
| Contract period | 17 Dec 2024 - 31 Mar 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,899,311 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £7,000,000 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS1 5DS |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK51 Bristol, City of |
| Local authority | Bristol, City of |
| Electoral ward | Central |
| Westminster constituency | Bristol Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 3 |
| Supplier names | CRFS; KEYSIGHT; NATIONAL INSTRUMENTS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 32412000 - Communications network

## Release History

- 13 Feb 2025 at 09:44 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ee1044bc-03ad-4fb4-878d-4cbe6560b098

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ee1044bc-03ad-4fb4-878d-4cbe6560b098
  13th February 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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