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title: "Preliminary Market Engagement - Radio Frequency (RF) Test & Measurement Equipment"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06b40a"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "ROYAL HOLLOWAY AND BEDFORD NEW COLLEGE"
published: "2026-06-12"
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# Preliminary Market Engagement - Radio Frequency (RF) Test & Measurement Equipment

Buyer: ROYAL HOLLOWAY AND BEDFORD NEW COLLEGE  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06b40a

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by Royal Holloway and Bedford New College, located in Egham, aims at a preliminary market engagement for the provision of future Radio Frequency (RF) Test and Measurement Equipment. This initiative, with a significant value of £2,000,000, falls under the 'goods' procurement category, with additional service elements. The process is currently in the planning stage, focusing on market engagement, as indicated by the scheduled engagement milestone due by 26 June 2026. The procurement is relevant to the 'Machines and apparatus for testing and measuring' and 'Electronic equipment' industry categories, and the equipment will be supplied within the UKJ25 region. Key documentation for this process is accessible via the Mercell e-tendering portal, and further communications are expected by 10 August 2026.

This procurement provides a valuable opportunity for companies specialising in RF test and measurement equipment to establish or expand their presence within a prestigious educational institution. The contract is particularly suitable for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), given the emphasis on engaging with diverse providers. Businesses with expertise in electronic equipment and testing machinery will find this engagement beneficial for long-term collaboration, given the five-year contract period beginning in October 2026. Participation in this process could enhance visibility and open doors to further opportunities within the educational and research sectors.

## Notice

Royal Holloway, University of London wishes to conduct pre-market engagement with potential providers for the potential provision of future RF Testing and Measurement Equipment requirements for the University's Radio Frequency (RF) test and measurement suite over the next five years. Please download Pre-Market Engagement documents from Mercell e-tendering portal for further details.

### Planning Information

https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=106013&TID=100111129&B=

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055687-2026 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 10 Aug 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 9 Oct 2026 - 8 Oct 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planning |
| Lots status | Planning |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ROYAL HOLLOWAY AND BEDFORD NEW COLLEGE |
| Locality | EGHAM |
| Post town | Twickenham |
| Postcode | TW20 0EX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex |
| ITL 3 | TLJ25 West Surrey |
| Local authority | Runnymede |
| Electoral ward | Englefield Green East |
| Westminster constituency | Windsor |
| Delivery location | TLJ25 West Surrey |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 31710000 - Electronic equipment
- 38540000 - Machines and apparatus for testing and measuring

## Release History

- 12 Jun 2026 at 12:02 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055687-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055687-2026
  12th June 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=106013&TID=100111129&B=
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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