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title: "Optical Spectrum Access Rental"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "WEST YORKSHIRE COMBINED AUTHORITY"
published: "2026-01-19"
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# Optical Spectrum Access Rental

Buyer: WEST YORKSHIRE COMBINED AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e9def95f-5137-423e-9232-71872da3db95

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "Optical Spectrum Access Rental" was conducted by the West Yorkshire Combined Authority on behalf of West Yorkshire Police. This process falls under the telecommunications network industry category. The contract, valued at £108,000, was awarded to Vodafone Business Solutions Limited. The procurement utilised a selective method with a call-off from a framework agreement, specifically the CCS RM6116 Lot 1a Networks Framework. The contract period extends from 2nd February 2026 to 1st February 2029, with the project being located in Yorkshire and the Humber, United Kingdom. The award stage was completed on 18th January 2026.

This tender creates significant opportunities for businesses specialising in telecommunications services, particularly those with the capacity to deliver optical spectrum access. SMEs might find this contract appealing given its classification as suitable for small and medium enterprises. Additionally, the framework-based procurement method allows businesses already part of relevant frameworks a streamlined opportunity to engage. Companies keen on expanding their portfolio in public sector telecommunications schemes could find this project an advantageous venture for growth.

## Notice

West Yorkshire Combined Authority has awarded a contract on behalf of West Yorkshire Police for Optical Spectrum Access Rental. The contract has been awarded via the CCS RM6116 Lot 1a Networks Framework.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c0836231-e7c6-464b-b39a-76641ff697d3 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| 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 | 19 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 2 Feb 2026 - 1 Feb 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £108,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £108,000 |
| 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 | WEST YORKSHIRE COMBINED AUTHORITY |
| Locality | LEEDS |
| Post town | Leeds |
| Postcode | LS1 2DE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE42 Leeds |
| Local authority | Leeds |
| Electoral ward | Little London & Woodhouse |
| Westminster constituency | Leeds Central and Headingley |
| Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | VODAFONE BUSINESS SOLUTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 32412100 - Telecommunications network

## Release History

- 19 Jan 2026 at 13:40 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c0836231-e7c6-464b-b39a-76641ff697d3

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c0836231-e7c6-464b-b39a-76641ff697d3
  19th January 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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