---
title: "IRS Systems / Communal Aerials Responsive Repairs"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06c06e"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "GENTOO GROUP"
published: "2026-06-30"
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# IRS Systems / Communal Aerials Responsive Repairs

Buyer: GENTOO GROUP  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06c06e

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## Summary

The public procurement process, overseen by the Gentoo Group, focuses on a framework for the maintenance and responsive repairs to IRS systems and communal aerials. The procurement pertains to services within the Sunderland, Houghton/Hetton, and Washington areas, effective from May 2026 for an initial 24 months, with potential monthly extensions up to 2030. The industry category involves repair and maintenance services of television transmitters, categorized under a limited competition procurement method. The process was completed with an award effective as of April 2026, highlighting the strategic value in developing infrastructure for Gentoo Group’s properties. The procurement carries an estimated contract value of £75,000, indicating a significant investment in maintaining reliable service operations.

This tender provides substantial business growth opportunities, particularly for firms with capabilities in specialised repair and maintenance services for communication systems. Companies such as ABCA Systems Limited and MRM Electrical Solutions Ltd, which were awarded the contract, demonstrate the type of established entities well-suited for such tenders. Firms seeking to engage in public works within the North East of England, specifically in technologically driven maintenance services, will find this contract advantageous. By engaging in such frameworks, businesses can solidify their presence and expand their operations, tapping into long-term public sector opportunities.

## Notice

The Framework is for the provision of maintenance and responsive repairs to IRS systems / communal aerials owned by Gentoo Group. This includes but is not limited to signal reception equipment, distribution amplifiers, cabling, and outlet points. The Groups properties are predominately located in 5 geographical management areas in the City of Sunderland, Houghton/Hetton and Washington. This specification is to be read in conjunction with the Invitation to Tender. Gentoo Group wishes to appoint 2 contractors on a Ranked Framework to undertake these works. Gentoo Group intends to appoint the successful contractor as number one ranked bidder on the framework, with the second placed bidder ranked second on the Framework and held in reserve. Gentoo Group requires the Contractor to provide an emergency breakdown cover scheme which must include: * Unlimited call outs * Agreed guaranteed response and resolution time The contract is expected to commence in May 2026 for a period of 24-months with a further 2 x 12-month options to extend. The total estimated value of the Contract is PS75,000 over the period of the Contract (estimated value plus contingency). The value of the Contract is subject to change based on our requirements.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061371-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - limited competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | 5 May 2026 - 4 May 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £75,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | GENTOO GROUP |
| Locality | SUNDERLAND |
| Post town | Sunderland |
| Postcode | SR3 3XR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC44 Sunderland |
| Local authority | Sunderland |
| Electoral ward | Doxford |
| Westminster constituency | Houghton and Sunderland South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 2 |
| Supplier names | ABCA SYSTEMS; MRM ELECTRICAL SOLUTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50341200 - Repair and maintenance services of television transmitters

## Release History

- 30 Jun 2026 at 14:35 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061371-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061371-2026
  30th June 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.abcasystems.co.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.mrm-solutions.com

## Provenance

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