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PS22295 - Quantum Network Infrastructure Feasibility Study

DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS, ENERGY & INDUSTRIAL STRATEGY

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14 Dec 2022 at 13:11

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy has awarded a contract for the procurement titled "PS22295 - Quantum Network Infrastructure Feasibility Study" to British Telecommunications plc. The procurement falls under the industry category of Research and development services. The contract period starts on December 5, 2022, and ends on March 24, 2023. The tender period ended on November 11, 2022, for this open procedure conducted below the threshold. This opportunity is suitable for SMEs and VCSEs, offering a chance to contribute to the development of a pilot quantum network encompassing a new fibre network and a satellite mission for enhanced long-distance communication.

This contract presents a business growth opportunity for companies interested in research and development services, especially those with expertise in quantum technology and satellite communications. Businesses capable of delivering high-quality evidence for the feasibility of implementing advanced network infrastructure will find this tender well-suited for their capabilities. The award date for this contract is November 24, 2022, with a contract value of £56,223.1 GBP, creating a window for selected suppliers to demonstrate innovation and collaborate in pioneering projects with significant commercial potential.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PS22295 - Quantum Network Infrastructure Feasibility Study

Notice Description

***** THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded following a mini competition under Open Market competition Brief Description of Requirement The aim of this tender is to procure a report which provides high-quality evidence to the UK government on the feasibility of implementing a pilot quantum network which incorporates the following: - A new, permanent fibre network connecting around 6 nodes across the UK, that is fully operational and can be used for both research and product testing/demonstration to support commercialisation; and - An in-orbit micro satellite mission with new fixed and mobile ground stations, enabling the satellite to link to the UK fibre network to nodes across the globe, whilst also leveraging existing quantum satellite work. This satellite component is required to overcome the limitations of fibre communications and enable very long-distance communications.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/49d76c86-0345-4163-aec3-a424742aa23f
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£56,223 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Dec 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 Nov 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Nov 20223 years ago
Contract Period
5 Dec 2022 - 24 Mar 2023 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
DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS, ENERGY & INDUSTRIAL STRATEGY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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
Not specified
Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BRITISH TELECOMMUNICATIONS

Further Information

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