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title: "Provision of Satellite Phones and Airtime Services"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "FCDO SERVICES"
published: "2025-06-06"
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# Provision of Satellite Phones and Airtime Services

Buyer: FCDO SERVICES  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-58a21564-dbef-4fdb-9095-9670c1e7f430

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Provision of Satellite Phones and Airtime Services" was conducted by FCDO Services, based in Milton Keynes, England. This contract falls under the industry category of satellite-related communications equipment and was handled using a selective procurement method through a call-off from a framework agreement. The key dates for this contract include the tender period ending on 11th May 2025, with the contract period beginning on 12th May 2025 and running until 23rd January 2028. The procurement stage has now reached the award phase as of 6th June 2025, with NSSL GLOBAL LTD being selected as the supplier. The contract is valued at £570,240 for the specified period.

This tender offers significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) involved in satellite communications services to expand their business. Companies that can offer reliable satellite phone technology and supporting airtime services will find this an especially fitting opportunity. The contract not only provides substantial financial value but also aligns with the strategic objectives of businesses aiming to strengthen their portfolio in collaboration with government agencies like FCDO Services. Businesses with expertise in sophisticated communication solutions and capability to adhere to framework agreements will be particularly well-suited to compete in similar future tenders.

## Notice

Call off from FCDO Services Contract: XLY120/025/24SP

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c04a0b3b-507f-4cb1-a34d-4c51292d8257 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 Jun 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 10 May 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 May 2025 |
| Contract period | 11 May 2025 - 23 Jan 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £570,240 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £570,240 |
| 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 | FCDO SERVICES |
| Locality | MILTON KEYNES |
| Post town | Milton Keynes |
| Postcode | MK19 7BH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ12 Milton Keynes |
| Local authority | Milton Keynes |
| Electoral ward | Newport Pagnell North & Hanslope |
| Westminster constituency | Milton Keynes North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | NSSL GLOBAL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 32530000 - Satellite-related communications equipment

## Release History

- 6 Jun 2025 at 14:28 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c04a0b3b-507f-4cb1-a34d-4c51292d8257

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c04a0b3b-507f-4cb1-a34d-4c51292d8257
  6th June 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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