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title: "PROVISION OF MOBILE TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES TO THE BRITISH EMBASSY ANKARA"
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# PROVISION OF MOBILE TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES TO THE BRITISH EMBASSY ANKARA

Buyer: FOREIGN & COMMONWEALTH OFFICE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-049a5359-755d-406c-9b93-9ea18f15e751

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## Summary

The Foreign & Commonwealth Office is currently retendering the contract for the provision of mobile telecommunication services to the British Embassy in Ankara. This open procurement process is focused on delivering robust mobile telephony services, including voice and data, for a total of 441 devices. The tender period closes on 19th February 2018, with the contract commencing on 1st April 2018 and running until 31st March 2020. The industry category falls under telecommunications services, and the service is expected to reach various locations across the United Kingdom and beyond, including British Overseas Territories and Europe.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for telecommunications providers and related service providers looking to expand their business. Companies that can offer comprehensive mobile communication solutions, including plans for international SMS and extensive coverage capabilities, would be particularly well-suited to compete in this tender. Engaging in this contract could not only enhance their portfolio but also establish a long-term partnership with a notable government entity.

## Notice

British Embassy Ankara is seeking to retender the contract for the provision of mobile telecommunication services. The Authority requires delivery of robust mobile telephony service, both voice and data, providing national coverage for 441 smartphones, Blackberry and UK officially provided handsets, from which 254 users need International SMS Package and 275 users - Whole World Package (Tum Dunya). Please be informed that the tender (https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cab01be1-8d5e-4f66-9697-e5ab77a343d8; project code_1621, itt_2169, CPG/2529/2018) is published on the FCO's procurement portal https://fco.bravosolution.co.uk/.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cab01be1-8d5e-4f66-9697-e5ab77a343d8 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Jan 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Feb 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2018 - 31 Mar 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | FOREIGN & COMMONWEALTH OFFICE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1A 2AH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 64 - Postal and telecommunications services

### Codes

- 64200000 - Telecommunications services

## Release History

- 29 Jan 2018 at 10:49 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cab01be1-8d5e-4f66-9697-e5ab77a343d8
- 29 Jan 2018 at 07:51 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cab01be1-8d5e-4f66-9697-e5ab77a343d8

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cab01be1-8d5e-4f66-9697-e5ab77a343d8
  29th January 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://fco.bravosolution.co.uk/

## Provenance

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