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Oldbury LEO Internet

GREAT BRITISH ENERGY - NUCLEAR

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13 Apr 2026 at 09:28

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Oldbury LEO Internet" was managed by GREAT BRITISH ENERGY - NUCLEAR, a prominent energy organisation based in London, England. This contract, classified under the industry category of internet services, focused on providing Low Earth Orbit satellite internet connectivity at the Oldbury location (postcode BS35 1RQ) due to the absence of fixed-line connections. The procurement process involved a limited, competitive quotation method below the threshold, which concluded with the award stage on 26th February 2026. The contract period runs from 4th March 2026 to 3rd March 2027, highlighting the fast-moving nature of this project to ensure immediate connectivity solutions.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in internet services, particularly those capable of delivering satellite-based connectivity solutions. Companies classified as small to medium enterprises (SMEs) are well-suited to engage in this procurement due to the competitive and specialised nature of the project. With an award valued at approximately £14,245, the project allows businesses like CLARUS NETWORKS LIMITED, the appointed supplier, to demonstrate agility and technical prowess. Such contracts can act as valuable stepping stones for SMEs aiming to expand their client base and reputation within the public sector and the technological sphere.

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Notice Title

Oldbury LEO Internet

Notice Description

Provision of Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite internet connectivity, including installation, commissioning and ongoing service support, to enable temporary site operations at Oldbury where fixed-line connectivity is unavailable.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-43346291-cab1-4003-8be0-2a7805fece68
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dbb8476c-3df3-4f2a-b932-c7abc0f7e022
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

72400000 - Internet services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£20,545 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£14,245 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
26 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Feb 20261 months ago
Contract Period
4 Mar 2026 - 3 Mar 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
GREAT BRITISH ENERGY - NUCLEAR
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2EG
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CLARUS NETWORKS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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