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Mobile Services British Embassy Ankara and Turkey Network

FOREIGN COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE

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24 Oct 2024 at 11:29

Summary of the contracting process

The Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office has recently completed the procurement process titled "Mobile Services British Embassy Ankara and Turkey Network." This tender falls under the industry category of "Mobile-telephone services" and covers multiple locations including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the Rest of the World. The procurement was managed using an open procedure with details specified as "Open procedure (below threshold)." The tendering stage concluded on 21st May 2024, and the contract period extends from 2nd November 2024 to 1st August 2026. The total contract value is £61,246.27 GBP. The primary point of contact for the Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office is Ingrida Kyguolyte.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses in the telecommunications sector, particularly those capable of providing extensive mobile services across diverse geographical areas. Vodafone Turkey, a large-scale supplier, has been awarded the contract, reflecting the procurement’s suitability for well-established companies rather than SMEs or VCSEs. Businesses seeking to expand their portfolio by supporting international operations will find such tenders beneficial for growth and visibility. Companies with robust infrastructures in mobile services and a capacity to meet cross-continental delivery requirements are well-positioned to compete in similar future tenders.

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Notice Title

Mobile Services British Embassy Ankara and Turkey Network

Notice Description

Mobile services for the British Embassy Ankara and Turkey Network staff members.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-7213dd18-3373-438a-971c-acf1061f2d91
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/310173e9-72b8-4861-9c11-ef0ad749deb8
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

64 - Postal and telecommunications services


CPV Codes

64212000 - Mobile-telephone services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£61,246 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£61,246 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
21 May 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Oct 20241 years ago
Contract Period
2 Nov 2024 - 1 Aug 2026 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FOREIGN COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2AH
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

VODAFONE TURKEY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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