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08 Jun 2026 at 08:47

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the contract titled "Satellite Modem" was conducted by SATELLITE APPLICATIONS CATAPULT LIMITED, based in Didcot, UK. This tender, related to the industry category of satellite-related communications equipment, involved the procurement of an all-IP satellite modem used for transmitting and receiving high-speed data over satellite networks. The process concluded with the award stage, and the contract was signed with MILEXIA UK LTD., a supplier from Basingstoke, UK, on 13th May 2026. The contract is active from 18th May 2026 to 31st August 2026, with a total gross value of £34,793.31. The procurement was conducted through a limited method due to it being below threshold and featured limited competition. The contract falls within the region of UKJ1.

This tender offers notable opportunities for businesses specialising in satellite communications and data-transfer technology. Companies with expertise in manufacturing or supplying satellite modems or data-communication equipment would find themselves well-suited to participate in similar tenders. Moreover, the limited competition nature of this procurement method signals potential for smaller enterprises to engage, particularly those capable of delivering niche technological solutions efficiently. Engaging in such contracts can significantly bolster a business’s portfolio, enhance market recognition, and facilitate expansion within the communications sector.

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Notice Title

Satellite Modem

Notice Description

This is all-IP satellite modem used to transmit and receive high-speed data, IP traffic, or media streams over satellite networks.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06af59
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053619-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

32530000 - Satellite-related communications equipment

32581000 - Data-communications equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£28,994 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 May 20261 months ago
Contract Period
17 May 2026 - 31 Aug 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SATELLITE APPLICATIONS CATAPULT LIMITED
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
DIDCOT
Postcode
OX11 0QR
Post Town
Oxford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Vale of White Horse
Electoral Ward
Hendreds
Westminster Constituency
Didcot and Wantage

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MILEXIA

Further Information

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