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

SATELLITE APPLICATIONS CATAPULT

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28 Mar 2022 at 16:45

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves the Satellite Applications Catapult as the buying organisation, which is soliciting tenders for the project titled "RFP for the provision of a 5G Popup/Cell-on Wheels (CoW)". This project falls under the radio, television, and communication equipment industry category. The tender was awarded on 25th March 2022, and the contract period is set from 25th March 2022 to 29th July 2022. The total value of the awarded contract is £187,160, and was executed via an open procurement method, allowing a wider pool of suppliers to participate.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the telecommunications and technology sectors, especially those with expertise in mobile network infrastructure and equipment. Companies that specialise in communications technology, trailer manufacturing, or integrated telecommunication solutions would be well-suited to pursue similar contracts, enhancing their market presence and fostering collaboration with innovative projects like those led by the Satellite Applications Catapult.

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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-b5fd17-4fb16580-9b7a-4ec2-87da-73030ca5101a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8206da0f-69c5-4e41-8c8d-4eb76a8d3322
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

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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£215,235 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£187,160 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Mar 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Oct 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Mar 20223 years ago
Contract Period
25 Mar 2022 - 29 Jul 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
SATELLITE APPLICATIONS CATAPULT
Contact Name
James Morrison
Contact Email
james.morrison@sa.catapult.org.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1235567977

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ALSATIS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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