Award

Iridium Satellite Modem Supply

MET OFFICE

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Award

08 May 2025 at 10:25

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Met Office, located in Exeter, England, has completed a procurement process for the supply of Iridium Satellite Modems. This project falls under the goods category and aligns with the CPV classification for modems. The procurement used an open procedure, inviting competitive bids above the threshold, and concluded with an active award to Ground Control Technologies (UK) Limited. The contract, valued at £180,000, spans from 1 May 2025 to 30 April 2028, with the goods to be delivered in the South West region of the United Kingdom. Notable dates include the tender period ending on 31 March 2025 and the award being published on 8 May 2025.

This tender presents substantial business opportunities for SMEs in the telecommunications and technology sectors, focusing on satellite and communication equipment. Companies capable of delivering robust and reliable modem technology tailored for satellite communication could find this contract beneficial to their growth objectives. The opportunity for such businesses not only enhances their portfolio but also allows them to establish a long-term relationship with a reputable government entity like the Met Office.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Iridium Satellite Modem Supply

Notice Description

Iridium Satellite Modem Supply

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-83d04abf-b410-4f12-9694-98b9735f0b31
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ba468d82-8459-4743-9be4-7a3107de94fd
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

32552410 - Modems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£180,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£180,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
31 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Apr 20259 months ago
Contract Period
30 Apr 2025 - 30 Apr 2028 3-4 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
MET OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EXETER
Postcode
EX1 3PB
Post Town
Exeter
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK43 Devon CC
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Exeter
Electoral Ward
Pinhoe
Westminster Constituency
Exmouth and Exeter East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GROUND CONTROL TECHNOLOGIES (UK

Further Information

Notice Documents

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