Tender

Quantum Free Space Optics

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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Tender

18 Jan 2023 at 21:23

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence is seeking services for the procurement of Quantum Free Space Optics, falling under the telecommunications system industry category. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage with a deadline for submissions on 17th February 2023. The contract period is scheduled to start on 27th February 2023 and end on 31st March 2023. The procurement method specified is an open procedure above the threshold, with a total contract value of £168,000. The location of delivery is in the South East region of the United Kingdom.

This tender opportunity by the Ministry of Defence for Quantum Free Space Optics presents a chance for businesses, particularly those specialised in telecommunications equipment, to secure contracts and grow their operations. This procurement is well-suited for businesses looking to supply QKD equipment sets and those interested in working with government organisations. The tender is structured to be accessible to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and provides a clear timeline for engagement and delivery, offering a significant growth opportunity for eligible businesses.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Quantum Free Space Optics

Notice Description

Quantum Free Space Optics - purchase of 2 (plus 5 optional) QKD equipment sets, as detailed in tender documents.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/df17d244-02c3-4666-a3c2-87e13dc93576
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

32524000 - Telecommunications system

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£168,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Jan 20233 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 Feb 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
27 Feb 2023 - 31 Mar 2023 1-6 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
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
lee.culshaw100@mod.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
PORTSMOUTH
Postcode
PO2 8BY
Post Town
Portsmouth
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ31 Portsmouth
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Portsmouth
Electoral Ward
Nelson
Westminster Constituency
Portsmouth North

Further Information

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