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ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-048bb4"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "FCDO SERVICES"
published: "2024-08-19"
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# 0

Buyer: FCDO SERVICES  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-048bb4

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## Summary

FCDO Services is inviting tenders for the supply of satellite phones and associated airtime services. The procurement process, classified under CPV code 32530000 for satellite-related communications equipment, is in the Tender stage. It pertains to goods and seeks proposals to enhance services in areas such as expeditionary diplomacy and hurricane resilience. The total contract value is approximately £4,750,000, with a contract period starting from 1st November 2024 and ending on 31st October 2029. Important deadlines include the tender submission deadline on 30th August 2024 and the bid opening date on 17th September 2024. The process will follow an open procurement method, with all submissions required to be made electronically or in writing via the specified submission portal.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in satellite communications to expand their market reach and secure a substantial five-year contract. Companies with expertise in satellite telephony, user terminals, and airtime services are particularly well-suited to compete. With options for a three-year initial term and possible extensions, businesses can look forward to a stable and potentially long-term partnership with a respected national agency, thus creating a pathway for sustained business growth and technological innovation.

## Notice

The original notice 2024/S 000-026178 was advertised incorrectly. This should not have been advertised via Find a Tender Service. The Authority is seeking an alternative route to market.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

FCDO Services (the Authority) invites tenders from Satellite phone providers to submit a bid for the supply of Satellite phone and associated airtime services. The Authority provide essential Satellite telephony, Expeditionary Diplomacy and Hurricane resilience to a number of regions. This contract is to procure the supply of Satellite phones and Satellite User Terminals and associated airtime to aid efficient and effective delivery and maintenance of unit.

Renewal: 3 yr initial term then 2 x 12 mth extension options

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026320-2024 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Aug 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2024 - 31 Oct 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £4,750,000 |
| Lots value | £4,750,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | FCDO SERVICES |
| Additional buyers | ITT FOR THE PROVISION OF SATELLITE PHONES AND AIRTIME 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 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 32530000 - Satellite-related communications equipment

## Release History

- 19 Aug 2024 at 13:29 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026320-2024
- 16 Aug 2024 at 14:12 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026178-2024

## Notice URLs

- https://fcdo.bravosolution.co.uk

## Provenance

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