Operational Telecommunications Equipment, Infrastructure and Services

# NSW Government Operational Telecommunications Scheme (SCM0053) This is a mandatory, whole-of-government scheme managed by the **NSW Telco Authority** for the procurement of **Operational Telecommunications Equipment, Infrastructure, and Services** necessary to build, operate, and maintain government-operated telecommunication networks. ⚙️ **Scheme Scope & Categories** The scheme is mandatory for NSW Government agencies and eligible non-agency buyers when acquiring telecommunications assets. Suppliers must register under one of three main categories: * **Category A - Equipment:** Covering narrowband, mobile broadband (radio/core), link equipment, satellite, terminal equipment, power, and deployable assets (e.g., CoWs). * **Category B - Infrastructure:** Including antenna support structures (towers/poles), mounts, security systems, fibre infrastructure, and communications buildings. * **Category C - Services:** Encompassing Site Acquisition/Design (SAED), network planning, project management, construction, maintenance, consultancy, and satellite carriage services. 📋 **Supplier Requirements & Membership** Suppliers must apply for either a **Base Supplier List** (contracts up to $250,000, low risk) or an **Advanced Supplier List** (contracts over $250,000, high risk, or 'As a Service' items). Key requirements include submitting referee reports (2 for Base, 3 for Advanced), providing evidence of Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and mandatory Work Health & Safety Management Systems (WHSMS) for Category C applicants. Insurance minimums vary significantly between Base ($10M PL/PI) and Advanced ($20M PL/PI) levels. 📅 **Key Dates** The scheme is currently active, with an **End Date of April 30, 2027**, and an **End Intake Date of January 30, 2027**. 🔑 **Keywords:** Telecommunications, NSW Government, SCM0053, Network Equipment, Infrastructure, Radio, Mobile Broadband, Fibre, Site Acquisition, Project Management, Mandatory Scheme.