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title: "Iridium Satellite Modem Supply"
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# Iridium Satellite Modem Supply

Buyer: MET OFFICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-83d04abf-b410-4f12-9694-98b9735f0b31

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## Summary

The Met Office, located in Exeter, England, has completed a procurement process for the supply of Iridium Satellite Modems. This project falls under the goods category and aligns with the CPV classification for modems. The procurement used an open procedure, inviting competitive bids above the threshold, and concluded with an active award to Ground Control Technologies (UK) Limited. The contract, valued at £180,000, spans from 1 May 2025 to 30 April 2028, with the goods to be delivered in the South West region of the United Kingdom. Notable dates include the tender period ending on 31 March 2025 and the award being published on 8 May 2025.

This tender presents substantial business opportunities for SMEs in the telecommunications and technology sectors, focusing on satellite and communication equipment. Companies capable of delivering robust and reliable modem technology tailored for satellite communication could find this contract beneficial to their growth objectives. The opportunity for such businesses not only enhances their portfolio but also allows them to establish a long-term relationship with a reputable government entity like the Met Office.

## Notice

Iridium Satellite Modem Supply

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ba468d82-8459-4743-9be4-7a3107de94fd |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Apr 2025 |
| Contract period | 30 Apr 2025 - 30 Apr 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £180,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £180,000 |
| 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 | GROUND CONTROL TECHNOLOGIES (UK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 32552410 - Modems

## Release History

- 8 May 2025 at 10:25 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ba468d82-8459-4743-9be4-7a3107de94fd

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ba468d82-8459-4743-9be4-7a3107de94fd
  8th May 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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