Tender

Autonomous Drone Engineer

UNMANNED SURVEY SOLUTIONS LIMITED

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Tender

22 Jan 2018 at 10:26

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves Unmanned Survey Solutions Limited seeking an Autonomous Drone Engineer to support the development of a new 4-5m Accession class Unmanned Surface Vessel (USV). This project is classified under experimental development services and is situated in the South West of England. The open tender is currently active, with a submission deadline on 6th February 2018. The contract is expected to run from 11th February 2018 to 14th April 2019, with a total contract value of £100,000 and a minimum value of £48,000.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses in the marine technology and drone sectors to expand their operations. Companies with expertise in project management, research and design for unmanned systems, and integrated technology solutions would be well-positioned to compete. The requirement for knowledge in hydrographic equipment and drone operation further indicates a preference for firms with specialised skills in unmanned aerial and surface vehicles.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Autonomous Drone Engineer

Notice Description

Unmanned Survey Solutions design and build Unmanned Surface Vessels (USV's). We have a requirement for a Marine Drone Specialist to support us on a new project to assist with the research, design and build of a new 4-5m Accession class USV. Candidates should apply if they have a relevant degree in product design and can demonstrate extensive relevant experience and the following skill sets: 1. Project management skills for research and design projects 2. Knowledge of existing Unmanned Surface Vessels (USV's) 3. Knowledge and experience operating Unmanned Airborne Vehicles (UAV's) or drones 4. Ability to assist with the design and implementation of an autonomous launch and landing system for a UAV onboard a USV 5. Ability to research current market Launch And Recovery System (LARS) for small vessels and then design a new bespoke LARS for the new Accession class USV 6. Ability to research and design a vessel control system 7. Ability to then integrate the vessel control system into the USV to ensure safe operation of the vessel thrusters 8. Ability to research current optical avoidance systems, then design and implement a new system to be used with the USV control system 9. Ability to research, design and implement a power management system to ensure reliable power is provide to all systems throughout the operating periods the vessel is required 10. Ability to research, assist with the design and integration of an underway winch system for lowering sensors whilst the USV maintains speed and heading 11. A general capability for undertaking electrical works such as cable making and soldering 12. An ability to research, design and fit out the USV with a long range WiFi system 13. A working knowledge of Hydrographic and cartographic payload equipment including single and multiple-beam echo-sounders, GNSS sensors, sound velocity sensors and 3d mobile scanners This project will be part funded by ERDF.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9b8dbbfb-8ea7-4abf-8333-a22d37242f33
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a381f8ea-db91-4c0b-b589-232efebc8e54
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

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73120000 - Experimental development services

73300000 - Design and execution of research and development

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jan 20188 years ago
Submission Deadline
6 Feb 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
11 Feb 2018 - 14 Apr 2019 1-2 years
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
UNMANNED SURVEY SOLUTIONS LIMITED
Contact Name
James Williams
Contact Email
james@unmannedsurveysolutions.com
Contact Phone
01872 275 642

Buyer Location

Locality
HAYLE
Postcode
TR27 4DD
Post Town
Truro
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK3 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK30 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Cornwall
Electoral Ward
Gwinear-Gwithian & Hayle East
Westminster Constituency
Camborne and Redruth

Further Information

Notice Documents

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