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Provision of Satellite Phones and Airtime Services

FCDO SERVICES

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18 Jun 2025 at 14:14

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the provision of Satellite Phones and Airtime Services was conducted by FCDO Services, based in Hanslope Park, Milton Keynes, England. This tender falls under the industry category of satellite-related communications equipment, and involves the procurement of services. The procurement method used was selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The process has reached the award stage as of 18 June 2025, with the contract period beginning on 20 May 2025 and concluding on 23 January 2028. The contract, valued at £13,800, was awarded to NSSL GLOBAL LTD, a supplier recognised as an SME. Delivery is designated to the Milton Keynes area, postal code MK19 7BH.

Businesses specialising in satellite communications equipment and related services have the opportunity to leverage this tender as a pathway to broaden their reach within governmental supply chains. It presents an ideal chance for SMEs, lacking VCSE accreditation, to engage with significant projects under government contracts, potentially leading to increased visibility and future contract opportunities. The necessity for ongoing service and support in this sector would suit businesses capable of providing robust communication solutions and customer service. It's an excellent opportunity for similar enterprises to showcase their competency in fulfilling high-level service contracts, contributing to business growth.

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Notice Title

Provision of Satellite Phones and Airtime Services

Notice Description

Call off from FCDO Services Contract: XLY120/025/24SP

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-8b100192-cef5-45e2-b424-8710753f8aec
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/28cdb115-3624-47fb-a75e-f73f52761188
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
£13,800 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£13,800 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
18 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
19 May 2025 - 23 Jan 2028 2-3 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
FCDO SERVICES
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
purchasingenquiries@fco.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

Notice Documents

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