Provision of Starlink Pooled Data to the Department of Defence
Department of Defence · Awarded contract
AwardedProvision of Starlink Pooled Data to the Department of Defence
Awarded 12 May 2025
Awarded12 May 2025
Value$3,661,732.16
SupplierAST AUSTRALIA PTY LTDABN 33 065 247 412
AgencyDepartment of Defence
StateWA
CategoryTelecommunications
Expires in 1y 2mo2y 8mo term, 56% elapsed
Awarded 12 May 2025Expires 31 Dec 2027
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The Department of Defence awarded a contract to AST AUSTRALIA PTY LTD for Starlink Pooled Data.
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