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title: "Agreement between Sky UK Limited and THE NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSE Board for the provision of Pay TV service"
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# Agreement between Sky UK Limited and THE NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSE Board for the provision of Pay TV service

Buyer: NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSE BOARD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5afc1113-78f9-4a8c-a778-7f644a6c93a2

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## Summary

The Northern Lighthouse Board has successfully completed a procurement process for a Pay TV service on the NLV Pole Star through a direct award agreement with Sky UK Limited. This contract, classified under the radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment industry, was awarded on 25 March 2026 and will span from 27 March 2026 to 24 March 2031. The total contract value is £221,200, offering a significant service enhancement in the region of Scotland, United Kingdom.

This procurement process opens up growth opportunities for businesses offering similar services, particularly those within the SME or VCSE sectors, as indicated by the suitability criteria. The direct award signifies a streamlined opportunity for suppliers with a well-established reputation like Sky UK Limited. Businesses within the telecommunications sector are well-suited to compete in future procurements of this nature, highlighting the importance of maintaining a competitive edge through innovation and robust service offerings.

## Notice

Agreement between Sky UK Limited and THE NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSE Board for the provision of Pay TV services on board NLV Pole Star (Lighthouse Tender)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b5c80f6e-0133-4ac5-8c25-a0cceb19e1ce |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - Direct Award |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 27 Mar 2026 - 24 Mar 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £221,200 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £39,600 |
| 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 | NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSE BOARD |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH2 3DA |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | City Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh North and Leith |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SKY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 32000000 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

## Release History

- 10 Apr 2026 at 15:18 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b5c80f6e-0133-4ac5-8c25-a0cceb19e1ce

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b5c80f6e-0133-4ac5-8c25-a0cceb19e1ce
  10th April 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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