[12-17-07 – Satellite Today] Norsat International (America) Inc, a subsidiary of Norsat International Inc., has won a $750,000 contract from the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD), Norsat announced Dec. 17.
    The Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract establishes terms under which the DoD can purchase Norsat’s portable satellite terminals as well as associated support and maintenance through March 2008. The company has fulfilled $500,000 in task orders in association with the IDIQ to provide the U.S. Army with satellite terminals, maintenance and support services.
    "Winning this contract is an important milestone for Norsat, as it is our first IDIQ (contract) where we are the sole product and service provider, rather than a member of a consortium," said Dr. Amiee Chan, president and CEO Norsat International Inc.