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UK SBS PR19106 SPEQTRE Spacecraft Platform and Software

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES

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01 Feb 2021 at 10:55

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves UK Shared Business Services, which is seeking contractors for the project titled "UK SBS PR19106 SPEQTRE Spacecraft Platform and Software." This project is situated within the space industry category and is located in the South East of the United Kingdom. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, and the tender period concluded on 21 January 2021. The contract, amounting to £750,000, spans from 22 January 2021 to 20 December 2024. The project is currently at an awarded stage with a key focus on developing a satellite quantum key distribution test bed, facilitating secure online activities.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses engaged in aerospace technology, satellite systems, and quantum key distribution. Companies that specialise in the development of satellite platforms or those with expertise in cryptographic technologies would be well-suited to consider similar projects. With the contract running for several years, businesses have the potential to establish long-term relationships with government entities and expand their market presence in the space sector, particularly as advancements in secure data transmission continue to grow in importance.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UK SBS PR19106 SPEQTRE Spacecraft Platform and Software

Notice Description

The project called "Speqtre" formerly known as "QKD QubeSat" is a collaboration between the Singapore and UK (BEIS) governments, and could lead to a more secure online activity for consumers in everything from financial transactions to online conversations. The project scope is to build and fly a satellite quantum key distribution (QKD) test bed. Through this collaboration, Singapore and the UK will co-develop a satellite called "Speqtre"", a satellite based on the CubeSat standard that will use a pioneering QKD technology to test the secure distribution of cryptographic keys over globe-spanning distances. The project was kicked off around Feb 2019 and is currently around PDR stage. The satellite is expected to be launched around Q3/Q4 2023. In the UK, work will be led by UKRI, responsible for the development of the platform (BUS) and the optical payload for optical links needed for beaming QKD signals, known as the 'Optical Payload'.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1e12a125-c2e8-4d9f-bd57-129f983a72da
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/12c464ae-ad45-4a09-8202-91074ab7e5ab
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

32534000 - Satellite platforms

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£750,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£750,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Feb 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
21 Jan 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Jan 20215 years ago
Contract Period
22 Jan 2021 - 20 Dec 2024 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@stfc.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+441793867133

Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1FF
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ISIS - INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS IN SPACE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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