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Satellite Phone Contract (con_31239)

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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27 Mar 2026 at 12:02

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education, based in London, has awarded a contract for the supply of satellite phones and portable battery packs, including an SMS/Phone plan. This procurement process, classified under telecommunications equipment (CPV: 32522000), encompassed various regions across the United Kingdom, such as the North East, North West, and London, among others. The project, valued at £55,045.57, follows a selective procurement method conducted as a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract was awarded to GLOBAL TELESAT COMMUNICATIONS LIMITED on 26th March 2026, and the contract period spans from 26th March 2026 to 25th March 2029, covering a critical period where efficient communication tools are deemed essential.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for SMEs looking to expand their reach within the telecommunications industry. Given the completion of the award stage, businesses specialising in telecommunications equipment can gain insights into the procurement practices and demands of large governmental organisations. While the current opportunity has been awarded to an SME, the Department for Education’s choice to call-off from a framework agreement suggests a preference for agile and resourceful businesses capable of delivering niche communication solutions, making it a valuable case study for similar enterprises aiming to engage in public sector contracts.

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Notice Title

Satellite Phone Contract (con_31239)

Notice Description

Contract to provide Satellite Phones and portable battery packs, with SMS/Phone plan for the Satellite Phones

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b37c1b6b-d487-4083-81c7-88fd8e8126a1
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fd266767-2445-4239-972f-09c60e16f817
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
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

32522000 - Telecommunications equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£55,045 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£55,045 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
19 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
26 Mar 2026 - 25 Mar 2029 3-4 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
DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3BT
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
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GLOBAL TELESAT COMMUNICATIONS

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