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title: "Satellite communications for Argo floats"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "MET OFFICE"
published: "2022-04-12"
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# Satellite communications for Argo floats

Buyer: MET OFFICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4f993ea5-1098-42a0-a721-452bf63d16a7

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the Met Office, which is located in Exeter, England, and has issued a tender titled "Satellite communications for Argo floats." This tender, categorised under satellite-related communications equipment, has a total value of £83,771.74. It was awarded on 12 April 2022 following a direct procurement method, specifically a single tender action, and the contract period extends from 12 April 2022 to 31 March 2023. The tender period concluded on 31 March 2022.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in satellite communications services, particularly those that provide Argos and Iridium communication solutions. As the procurement was not exclusively limited to SMEs or VCSEs, larger firms with relevant capabilities may find this contract aligns well with their service offerings. Engaging in such tenders can enhance market presence and foster partnerships within the sector, driving growth and innovation.

## Notice

Supply of Argos & Iridium communications for UK Argo floats

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/af9fc427-e923-489d-8161-51b910b358b1 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Apr 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Mar 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Apr 2022 |
| Contract period | 11 Apr 2022 - 31 Mar 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £83,771 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £83,771 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MET OFFICE |
| Locality | EXETER |
| Post town | Exeter |
| Postcode | EX1 3PB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC |
| Local authority | Exeter |
| Electoral ward | Pinhoe |
| Westminster constituency | Exmouth and Exeter East |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | COLLECTE LOCALISATION SATELLITES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 32530000 - Satellite-related communications equipment

## Release History

- 12 Apr 2022 at 12:05 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/af9fc427-e923-489d-8161-51b910b358b1

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/af9fc427-e923-489d-8161-51b910b358b1
  12th April 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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