T184 Support Services for Telecoms Association of UK Water Industry
key details
| Value | £1,000,000 (£1,200,000 inc. VAT) |
|---|---|
| Status | planning |
| Category (CPV) | 64000000 +1 more |
| SME suitable | Yes |
| OCID | ocds-h6vhtk-06d179 |
description
The following are the services a Supplier must provide to TAUWI (water industry telecoms group), covering meetings, spectrum management, telecoms support, governance, and administration. The Supplier will act as a technical, regulatory, administrative, and strategic partner to TAUWI—managing radio spectrum, supporting telecom operations, ensuring compliance/security, and coordinating industry collaboration.
Meetings & Governance
| • | Attend and support TAUWI and Technical Working Group (TWG) meetings (in-person and remote). |
| • | Provide briefings to the Chair, agendas, minutes, logistics, and newsletters. |
| • | Organise venues, communications, and member engagement. |
| • | Publish a quarterly TAUWI newsletter summarising activities. |
Spectrum Management (Core Function)
| • | Manage radio spectrum allocated by Ofcom for TAUWI members. |
| • | Cover services such as: |
| o | Frequency planning and allocation (PBR, telemetry, RMR, etc.). |
| o | Licensing support and compliance. |
| o | Interference investigation and resolution. |
| o | National Frequency Plan and related frameworks. |
| • | Support transition to digital radio systems and coordination with regulators (UK & international). |
| • | Provide technical advice, site visits, and planning tools. |
Telecommunications Support
| • | Advise members on telecom systems, licences, and emerging technologies. |
| • | Provide updates on regulatory changes and opportunities. |
| • | Maintain awareness of health & safety requirements for telecom sites. |
| • | Arrange training/presentations on safe working practices. |
Security & Data Protection
| • | Maintain an industry-wide strategy for cyber and telemetry security aligned with NCSC, Ofcom, and NIS Regulations. |
| • | Provide a secure data repository with: |
| o | Encryption (in transit & at rest) |
| o | Access controls and MFA |
| • | Ensure compliance with GDPR/Data Protection Act 2018. |
| • | Maintain cyber certifications (e.g., ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials Plus). |
Stakeholder Engagement
| • | Maintain relationships with Ofcom, DEFRA, BIS, Water UK, and other bodies. |
| • | Represent TAUWI on industry groups (e.g., BRIG, FWILF). |
| • | Liaise with technology suppliers and industry forums. |
Financial & Licence Administration
| • | Collect and manage licence fees and member contributions. |
| • | Pay Ofcom fees and manage trust accounts. |
| • | Provide financial reporting and advise on funding needs. |
| • | Maintain transparent accounting and audit access. |
Systems, Data & IT Requirements
| • | Maintain software, modelling tools, and databases for spectrum planning. |
| • | Ensure: |
| o | Data backup and disaster recovery |
| o | Accurate records (licences, spectrum, infrastructure, etc.) |
| • | Keep TAUWI website and systems up to date. |
Windfarm & External Applications
| • | Process windfarm applications that may affect telecom systems. |
| • | Notify impacted members and maintain a windfarm register. |
| • | Offer optional enhanced interference analysis services. |
Reporting Requirements
| • | Provide: |
| o | Quarterly performance and activity reports |
| o | Reports for TWG and Executive Committee |
| o | Annual report for all members |
| • | Failure to meet service levels can lead to contract termination. |
Ancillary & Optional Services
| • | Respond to telecom consultations on behalf of TAUWI. |
| • | Organise workshops and innovation activities. |
| • | Support legal advice procurement when needed. |
| • | Offer optional member-paid services (e.g., enhanced windfarm assessments). |
Compliance & Quality
| • | Maintain: |
| o | ISO 9001 (quality management) |
| o | Cybersecurity certifications |
| • | Ensure qualified key personnel (consultant, contract manager, admin). |
Transition & Implementation
| • | Supplier must be fully operational by agreed start date. |
| • | Provide resources, communication plans, and mobilisation activities. |
notice history
1 notice published against this procurement.
| Published | Type | Regime | Notice |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Jul 2026 | Preliminary market engagement (UK2) | Procurement Act 2023 | 069468-2026 |
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