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Unmanned Aircraft System Traffic Management (UTM) Framework

TRANSPORT SYSTEMS CATAPULT

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17 Sep 2018 at 15:42

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Summary of the contracting process

The Transport Systems Catapult is currently initiating a public procurement process for the "Unmanned Aircraft System Traffic Management (UTM) Framework" project, which falls under the industry category of aerial and related services. The tender period is set to close on 28 September 2018, with the contract scheduled to commence on 10 October 2018 and last until 12 April 2019. This is an open procedure procurement method, targeted at delivering consultancy services, including the development of a UTM architecture and system integration activities, with a minimum contract value of £20,000 and a total estimated value of £55,000. The delivery is expected to take place at the buyer's address in Milton Keynes, England.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in consultancy, technical testing, research and development services related to unmanned aircraft systems. Companies that focus on system integration, performance benchmarking, or the development of air transportation support services would be particularly well-positioned to participate in this tender. With the increasing relevance of unmanned aircraft in various sectors, successful engagement in this contract could help enhance a business's profile and lead to further opportunities in a rapidly evolving industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Unmanned Aircraft System Traffic Management (UTM) Framework

Notice Description

PROVIDE CONSULTANCY AND KNOW HOW TO SUPPORT THE DEVELOPMENT OF A UTM ARCHITECTURE AND THE CORRESPONDING MESSAGING AND DATA-EXCHANGE MECHANISMS, AND WORK TOWARDS DELIVERING A SIMULATION OF A MULTI-UTMSP OPERATING ENVIRONMENT. THE APPOINTED PARTY WILL WORK: - ON THE DEVELOPMENT OF A UTM CORE MODULE, - ON THE UAS/OPERATOR REGISTRY MODELS, AND GEO-FENCE REGISTRY MODEL. - ON DEVELOPMENT, DELIVERY & PRESENTATION OF PERFORMANCE METRICS FOR BENCHMARKING SIMULATIONS. - WITH PROJECT STAKEHOLDERS TO PERFORM SYSTEM INTEGRATION, TEST AND COMMISSIONING ACTIVITIES. - WITH STAKEHOLDERS TO PRODUCE TECHNICAL DOCUMENTATION, PRESENTATIONS & REPORTS.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/056574a2-5090-40d2-9b9c-36b3d505f3de
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

60440000 - Aerial and related services

63730000 - Support services for air transport

71600000 - Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services

73100000 - Research and experimental development services

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

73300000 - Design and execution of research and development

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£55,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Sep 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
28 Sep 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
9 Oct 2018 - 12 Apr 2019 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
TRANSPORT SYSTEMS CATAPULT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MILTON KEYNES
Postcode
MK9 1BP
Post Town
Milton Keynes
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ12 Milton Keynes
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Milton Keynes
Electoral Ward
Central Milton Keynes
Westminster Constituency
Milton Keynes Central

Further Information

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