Tender

GB-Newcastle Upon Tyne: T20/0005 Laser Optical Communications for CubeSats

NORTHUMBRIA UNIVERSITY

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Tender

24 Nov 2020 at 14:50

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Northumbria University is currently conducting a tender named "GB-Newcastle Upon Tyne: T20/0005 Laser Optical Communications for CubeSats", which pertains to the procurement of CubeSat kits and related hardware. This procurement, classified under the 'Satellites' industry category, is at the active tender stage with a deadline for submissions set for 8th December 2020. The contract is valued at £500,000, with a minimum value of £100,000, and is being carried out through an open procurement method. The expected contract period will commence on 14th December 2020 and conclude on 30th April 2021, with deliveries targeted for the North East region of the UK.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in satellite and communications technologies. Companies that manufacture or supply CubeSat kits, satellite communication equipment, or those involved in the aerospace sector would be well-positioned to compete for this contract. Engaging in this procurement could lead to growth in business operations, especially for those seeking to expand their footprint in the burgeoning satellite communications market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-Newcastle Upon Tyne: T20/0005 Laser Optical Communications for CubeSats

Notice Description

This tender is for the purchasing of x2 CubeSats kits and containing hardware therein per the ITT Appendix 1 Pricing Schedule and the tender specification details

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d1382a0e-2497-463b-9ba0-22c33d11757a
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
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

CPV Codes

32324310 - Satellite antennas

32530000 - Satellite-related communications equipment

32531000 - Satellite communications equipment

32534000 - Satellite platforms

34712000 - Spacecraft, satellites and launch vehicles

34712200 - Satellites

35631100 - Communication satellites

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Nov 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
8 Dec 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
14 Dec 2020 - 30 Apr 2021 1-6 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
NORTHUMBRIA UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Postcode
NE1 8ST
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)
Local Authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
Electoral Ward
Monument
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West

Further Information

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