translate English to French: In January 2001, the Department held an auction for PCS blocks C1, C2, C3 and E. While 52 spectrum licences were awarded using this process, PCS spectrum in a number of service areas was still available at the conclusion of the auction.
En janvier 2001, le Ministère a tenu des enchères en vue d'attribuer les blocs de SCP C1, C2, C3 et E. Au terme des enchères, il a délivré 52 licences de spectre. Cependant, du spectre des SPC demeurait disponible dans un certain nombre de zones de service.