Tender

RFP for the provision of a 5G Popup/Cell-on Wheels (CoW)

SATELLITE APPLICATIONS CATAPULT

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Tender

27 Sep 2021 at 16:45

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is being conducted by the Satellite Applications Catapult, which is seeking proposals for the "RFP for the provision of a 5G Popup/Cell-on Wheels (CoW)." This opportunity falls under the telecommunications industry category, and the delivery addresses are located in the South East region of the United Kingdom. The tender is currently in the active stage, with a deadline for submissions set for 15th October 2021. The contract period is expected to commence on 1st November 2021 and run until 31st October 2022, with the procurement method being an open procedure below the threshold.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses involved in telecommunications, particularly those specialising in mobile infrastructure and equipment. Companies capable of providing advanced technology such as 5G solutions, antennas, and associated hardware would be well-suited to compete. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as this contract offers a chance to expand their market presence and engage with innovative projects in the rapidly evolving telecommunications sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

RFP for the provision of a 5G Popup/Cell-on Wheels (CoW)

Notice Description

A 5G Popup/Cell-on Wheels (CoW) - comprising of at least 1. A trailer (with external power feed, inbuilt power generator, refrigerated cabinet for kit, etc) (can be towed using another vehicle). 2. Telescopic/retractable mast (up to 12m) 3. 3 X directional antenna and 1 omni directional for the shared spectrum range of 3.8 to 4.2 GHz (e.g. similar to AW3828, AW3825) - with ability to selectively turn on/off different antenna 4. Suitable BBUs, RRUs (subject to 3.) to drive the antenna - delivering a strong signal within a 1 Km radius range 5. 5G Core Network hosted on suitable COTS HW (HP/Dell) on the trailer 6. MEC platform/UPF on separate platform (HP/Dell) on the trailer 7. High throughput satellite backhaul (either use of adjustable or auto-pointing antenna) this is for access to internet/DN or remote 5G Core 8. Cabinet with sufficient space to be able to add additional equipment in future 9. Extendable architecture of the setup to allow for different hardware to be added as needed All assembled and delivered to SA Catapult Westcott campus.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-0874fe58-c6a3-41db-8105-6e38c4b3046c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ab05632c-c467-422d-aa50-25bd110a057e
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

32000000 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Sep 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
15 Oct 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2021 - 31 Oct 2022 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SATELLITE APPLICATIONS CATAPULT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DIDCOT
Postcode
OX11 0QR
Post Town
Oxford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Vale of White Horse
Electoral Ward
Hendreds
Westminster Constituency
Didcot and Wantage

Further Information

Notice Documents

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