Award

Supply of WiFi Service Al-Udeid

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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Award

07 Oct 2021 at 14:31

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence, located in Bristol, has successfully completed the tender process for the "Supply of WiFi Service Al-Udeid". This procurement falls under the services sector, specifically classified as Internet network (CPV code 32412110). The contract, awarded to Babylon Telecommunications Inc., has a total value of £204,954.31 and covers the provision of WiFi services at Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar. The procurement method utilised was a limited process, involving competitive quotations for contracts below the financial threshold, with the contract period running from April 1, 2019, to March 31, 2021.

This tender presents significant opportunities for telecommunications and IT service providers, particularly those with experience in delivering high-quality internet solutions to military or large-scale operational environments. Companies aiming to expand their business in the defence or telecommunications sectors will find this process relevant, especially those capable of managing complex logistical challenges associated with service delivery in overseas locations. Engaging with similar procurement opportunities can enhance their portfolio and establish robust partnerships within governmental projects.

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Notice Title

Supply of WiFi Service Al-Udeid

Notice Description

Notice of Award of Contract 70004379 for Supply of WiFi Service - Al Udeid on a local competition basis to Babylon Telecommunications Inc and publication of contract documents for Transparency purposes

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-bd0729f1-bfa9-4844-8ca1-52586f406876
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/71aa510a-5c26-4519-87df-0dad9184cc6b
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

32412110 - Internet network

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£204,954 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£240,954 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Oct 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
23 Mar 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Mar 20196 years ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2019 - 31 Mar 2021 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
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS34 8JH
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Stoke Park & Cheswick
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BABYLON TELECOMMUNICATIONS

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