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Satellite Phone Handsets

DEPARTMENT FOR ENERGY SECURITY & NET ZERO

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20 Mar 2026 at 16:56

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Energy Security & Net Zero, located in London, has completed the procurement process for Satellite Phone Handsets, including accessories and airtime. This procurement falls under the telecommunications equipment category and was processed through a direct procurement method below the threshold without competition. The procurement awarded on 20th March 2026 involves Global Telesat Communications Limited as the supplier, with the contract period starting on 31st March 2026 and ending on 30th March 2027, with potential extensions until 2029. The total gross value of the contract is £110,725.95, with an active status, aimed at enhancing communications support in the United Kingdom.

This contract presents growth opportunities for businesses with expertise in telecommunications and satellite equipment provision, particularly those capable of quickly adapting to government needs without extensive competition processes. Large-scale suppliers, like Global Telesat Communications Limited, well-versed in handling substantive contracts in the goods category, are ideally suited to leverage such streamlined procurement methods. Companies that can ensure reliable telecommunication services and equipment supply within defined timelines may find fruitful avenues in engaging with similar public sector contracts.

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Notice Title

Satellite Phone Handsets

Notice Description

This contract is regarding the provision of satellite phone handsets, accessories and airtime.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0670ca
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025972-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

32522000 - Telecommunications equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£92,271 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
30 Mar 2026 - 30 Mar 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR ENERGY SECURITY & NET ZERO
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2HP
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

GLOBAL TELESAT COMMUNICATIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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