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Broadband Internet Services via Low Earth Orbit (LEO) Satellites - Lot 1 OneWeb

FCDO SERVICES

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02 Mar 2026 at 16:43

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves FCDO Services, based in Hanslope Park, Milton Keynes, England, seeking Broadband Internet Services via Low Earth Orbit (LEO) Satellites under the title "Lot 1 OneWeb". The industry category is satellite-related communications equipment, and the procurement method is selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender has progressed to the award stage with the contract awarded to NSSL GLOBAL LTD, an SME, on 15 October 2025. The contract period lasts from 16 October 2025 to 12 May 2027. The tender was valued at £18,674, with the services to be delivered to a location with postcode HP19 7BH. Key dates include the tender period ending on 15 October 2025.

This procurement opportunity presents growth prospects for SMEs, particularly those specialising in satellite-related communications and broadband services using innovative LEO satellite technology. Businesses with capabilities to deliver satellite communication solutions, or those aiming to expand into the government sector, might find this contract beneficial. The award of this tender to NSSL GLOBAL LTD, marked by an active contract, underscores the importance of strategic partnerships and offers a pathway for companies looking to enhance their market presence in the satellite and communications sectors.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Broadband Internet Services via Low Earth Orbit (LEO) Satellites - Lot 1 OneWeb

Notice Description

Call off from FCDO Services Contract: XLY120/082/24SP

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-5c8e9384-52bd-48cb-8d72-dce3276e1377
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/10084264-820c-4ccb-8028-16544ede11f8
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

CPV Codes

32530000 - Satellite-related communications equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£18,674 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£18,674 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
14 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Oct 20255 months ago
Contract Period
15 Oct 2025 - 12 May 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FCDO SERVICES
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MILTON KEYNES
Postcode
MK19 7BH
Post Town
Milton Keynes
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ12 Milton Keynes
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Milton Keynes
Electoral Ward
Newport Pagnell North & Hanslope
Westminster Constituency
Milton Keynes North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NSSL GLOBAL

Further Information

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