--- title: "GB-Edinburgh: SATELLITE BROADBAND SERVICES FOR NLV POLE STAR AND NLV PHAROS" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-d193d8d5-ff7f-4ba7-8c70-5e8389b62a98" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-d193d8d5-ff7f-4ba7-8c70-5e8389b62a98" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d193d8d5-ff7f-4ba7-8c70-5e8389b62a98.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d193d8d5-ff7f-4ba7-8c70-5e8389b62a98.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSE BOARD" published: "2024-10-04" --- # GB-Edinburgh: SATELLITE BROADBAND SERVICES FOR NLV POLE STAR AND NLV PHAROS Buyer: NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSE BOARD Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d193d8d5-ff7f-4ba7-8c70-5e8389b62a98 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-d193d8d5-ff7f-4ba7-8c70-5e8389b62a98) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d193d8d5-ff7f-4ba7-8c70-5e8389b62a98.json) ## Summary The Northern Lighthouse Board (NLB) is seeking providers for satellite broadband services for two of its vessels, the NLV Pharos and a new vessel still under construction in Spain. This tender falls under the industry category of Communication Satellites and Satellite-related Communications Equipment, specifically CPV codes 35631100 and 32530000. Key dates include site visits on 10 and 24 October 2024 and a tender submission deadline on 1 November 2024. The NLB operates throughout Scotland and occasionally travels to English, Irish, Norwegian, and North European waters, necessitating a provider able to ensure seamless connectivity across these regions. The procurement method is an open procedure under CCS Framework RM6235, applicable only for suppliers registered on this framework. This tender represents a significant opportunity for SMEs specialising in reliable, high-speed, and secure satellite broadband services. The contract period spans from January 2025 to December 2028, with installation on the NLV Pharos scheduled for January 2025 in Scotland and on the new NLV Polestar V in April/May 2025 in Spain. The NLB stresses the importance of a managed service solution capable of automatic satellite switching and remote diagnostic capabilities, presenting growth potential for businesses adept in cutting-edge satellite communication technologies. Suppliers with strengths in maritime broadband connectivity and remote support will find this opportunity particularly fitting. ## Notice Our requirements are for a reliable, high speed, secure, fully functioning Managed Satellite Broadband Service solution that will give us an always on 24/7/365 availability in our working waters for our two vessels, NLV Pharos and the new vessel currently in construction in Spain, the replacement for NLV Polestar. The contract term is 3 years + 1 option year to allow NLB flexibility to change to anticipated new technology in the next few years, which are likely to generate further cost savings and increased value for money. The NLB Vessels operate throughout the waters of Scotland, including Shetland, Outer Hebrides down to the Isle of Man and on the East coast throughout the North Sea servicing Buoys and lighthouses. There are occasions however when they must travel further afield to English/Irish waters and to Norway and other north European ports. NLB would like any proposed solution to work in all of these required areas with no restrictions or loss of performance and enable automatic switching to satellites covering these areas should it be required. The provider must ensure that they maintain a reliable connection to the onboard equipment to ensure they are able to remotely diagnose and remediate any issues with limited assistance from the crew onboard. Attendance at one of the following site visits is mandatory for tenderers. Site visits are proposed to be held on 10 October 2024 and 24 October 2024. It is anticipated that these will take place when the ship is docked on the East Coast of Scotland or in Oban. Tenderers are only required to attend one of these site visits. Full details will be shared with tenderers via Delta eSourcing. This procurement is under CCS Framework RM6235- Space-Enabled and Geospatial Services and therefore only suppliers registered on this framework will be considered for the opportunity. Tender return date is 1 November 2024. Installation of service and hardware on NLV Pharos in January 2025 in Scotland. Full survey/visit of NLV Pharos end of Q3 2024 to ensure all cabling and installation requirements are captured. Installation of service and hardware on new vessel NLV Polestar V in April/May 2025 in Spain with service starting in June 2025. (to be confirmed) Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4ff3a522-b893-4808-9a13-23a04f9b75ee | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 4 Oct 2024 | | Submission deadline | 1 Nov 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2028 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £500,000 | | 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 | 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 | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment - 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment ### Codes - 32530000 - Satellite-related communications equipment - 35631100 - Communication satellites ## Release History - 4 Oct 2024 at 15:15 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4ff3a522-b893-4808-9a13-23a04f9b75ee ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4ff3a522-b893-4808-9a13-23a04f9b75ee 4th October 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Edinburgh:-SATELLITE-BROADBAND-SERVICES--FOR-NLV-POLE-STAR-AND-NLV-PHAROS/Z5AF4392AR Please follow this link to view the notice. ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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