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title: "Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN) Switch-Off and 2G Sunsetting Readiness - C113/2025/2026"
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buyer: "LLYWODRAETH CYMRU / WELSH GOVERNMENT"
published: "2025-12-15"
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# Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN) Switch-Off and 2G Sunsetting Readiness - C113/2025/2026

Buyer: LLYWODRAETH CYMRU / WELSH GOVERNMENT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05f5e4

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## Summary

The Welsh Government has successfully completed the procurement process for their project titled "Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN) Switch-Off and 2G Sunsetting Readiness." Located in Cardiff, the procurement was categorised under research and development services, focusing on assessing the preparedness of the public sector in Wales regarding the PSTN switch-off and the transition to broadband-based services, alongside the sunsetting of 2G networks. The procurement method was limited competition, particularly suitable for below-threshold activities. The contract, awarded to Farrpoint Holding Ltd, commenced on 16th December 2025 and is set to conclude on 16th March 2026. The award status is active with the contract gross amounting to £62,790.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in research and consultancy services, particularly those adept in telecommunications and service migration strategies. Small to medium enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in delivering high-level analyses and facilitating industry collaborations with governmental bodies will find this contract beneficial. Furthermore, businesses located in or familiar with the Welsh region, particularly Cardiff, may leverage local insights to enhance their competitive edge. Engaging in such public sector contracts not only provides substantial revenue but also strengthens business credibility and opens up avenues for future governmental projects.

## Notice

The successful procurement has enabled Welsh Government to appoint research specialists to undertake a high-level review of the preparedness of the public sector in Wales, and third sector and private bodies that provide key services for them, in relation to the PSTN switch-off and the migration to broadband based services, and the sunsetting of 2G. Although the PSTN switch off and 2G sunsetting are being led by industry with support from Ofcom and the UK Government the Welsh Government has a role to play in facilitating conversations between these players and the public bodies in Wales, and also to understand public sector preparedness in Wales. This understanding will be used to target further engagement between industry, Ofcom and the UK Government and public bodies in Wales.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082967-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - limited competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 16 Dec 2025 - 16 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £52,325 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | LLYWODRAETH CYMRU / WELSH GOVERNMENT |
| Locality | CARDIFF |
| Post town | Cardiff |
| Postcode | CF10 3NQ |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan |
| Local authority | Cardiff |
| Electoral ward | Cathays |
| Westminster constituency | Cardiff South and Penarth |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | FARRPOINT HOLDING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 15 Dec 2025 at 14:47 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082967-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082967-2025
  15th December 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://gov.wales
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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