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GB-Newcastle Upon Tyne: T21/0010 Onboard Data Buffer and Processor

NORTHUMBRIA UNIVERSITY

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19 Nov 2021 at 13:00

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "GB-Newcastle Upon Tyne: T21/0010 Onboard Data Buffer and Processor" was conducted by Northumbria University in the North East of the United Kingdom. The tender, categorized under the communications satellites industry (CPV code: 35631100), has now concluded, with the award date being 15th November 2021. The open procurement procedure called for the development of a prototype for high-speed data transmission electronics, critical for the innovative Free-Space Optical (FSO) communication system aimed at CubeSats. The contract value is set at £200,000, covering the period from 22nd November 2021 to 30th April 2022.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses focusing on advanced electronics or satellite communications, particularly those capable of producing high-speed data handling equipment. Large scale suppliers experienced in developing printed circuit boards and communications technologies would be well-positioned to compete in future tenders, leveraging the growing interest in satellite technology and innovative communication methods. Collaboration with academic institutions like Northumbria University may also enhance prospects for smaller firms seeking to establish themselves in this sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-Newcastle Upon Tyne: T21/0010 Onboard Data Buffer and Processor

Notice Description

Currently, the highest heritage ka-band radio frequency (RF) technology in small sats (herein we refer to them as CubeSats) can achieve 10-100 kbps with an onboard data storage capacity of ~8 GBytes (similar to SD cards in mobile phones). The aim of this experimental research project is to replace the existing low-speed RF and high-power transceiver in CubeSats with the high-speed, light weight and lower power free-space optical (FSO) wireless technology. The proposed intensity-modulation/direct-detection (IM/DD) FSO system will use an infrared laser source prototyped by Durham and Northumbria Universities in collaboration with UK-based industry partner SMS Electronics Limited. The high-speed electronics (encoding, modulation, etc.), the drive circuit and the optical head as well as the optical receiver together with all the supporting data, control, and optics modules will now be optimized and fabricated, increasing to TRL-7. We are seeking a sub-contractor who will help us to design and develop (to PCB layout and bring-up testing) a full working prototype of the electronics boards for handling high speed (1 Gbps) data transmission using our FSO system design, incorporating radiation hardened components, flight-ready controller, and buffering to interface with the satellite bus.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-27be6267-d9c4-4349-bc56-13be27957aa3
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7b20b25e-bb0f-4f9c-a347-18efd2e8ce71
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

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

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

CPV Codes

31712310 - Populated printed circuit boards

32531000 - Satellite communications equipment

35631100 - Communication satellites

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Nov 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
15 Nov 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Nov 20214 years ago
Contract Period
22 Nov 2021 - 30 Apr 2022 1-6 months
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
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

E2E SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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