Planning

UK SBS PR18168 Technical Partner for Marine Autonomous System

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Planning

25 Jun 2019 at 08:45

Market Engagement Notice
Planning

14 Jun 2019 at 14:10

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The UK Shared Business Services Limited (UK SBS) is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process for the contract titled "UK SBS PR18168 Technical Partner for Marine Autonomous System." This opportunity falls within the unmanned underwater vehicles industry category, focusing on the development of Marine Autonomous System (MAS) Platforms capable of operating in demanding environments. Key dates include the engagement end date, which is set for 28th June 2019, following an initial notice published on 25th June 2019. Interested parties are encouraged to express their interest by providing their contact information via email to UK SBS.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those with expertise in underwater navigation and communications technologies. Companies that specialise in research collaborations and have experience with marine development projects will find this procurement attractive. By partnering with the National Oceanography Centre, successful bidders will not only contribute to cutting-edge marine technology but may also secure support for project funding through initiatives like the Industrial Strategy Challenge Fund (ISCF).

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UK SBS PR18168 Technical Partner for Marine Autonomous System

Notice Description

To express your interest in this future opportunity email majorprojects@uksbs.co.uk citing tender reference SBS PR18168. Please provide the name, email address and contact information for the nominated person in your company to register your interest in this requirement. National Oceanography Centre (NOC) is looking for a technical development partner to further develop their new generation of Marine Autonomous System (MAS) Platforms with a particular focus on new technology encompassing precise navigation, endurance and performance in extreme environments i.e. under ice and/or in excess of 5000m. National Marine Facilities (NMF) is focused on transferring robust, reliable MAS platforms into the National Marine Equipment Pool (NMEP) in support of UKRI NERC science. A preferred development partner would: a) Bring particular expertise in underwater navigation and/or communications technology to the partnership. b) Have a demonstrable track-record of partnering with research organisations to deliver development projects involving multiple MAS platforms. c) Be prepared to commit resources to specific projects including at-sea trials. d) Share analysis of trials performance and thence contribute to further system optimization e) Demonstrate how they would contribute towards the successful application for funding in particular Industrial Strategy Challenge Fund (ISCF) funding. Additional information: UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) is conducting a procurement exercise on behalf of National Oceanography Centre (NOC) for the provision of Technical Partner for Marine Autonomous System. If you wish to consider bidding for this requirement, please email your expression of interest to majorprojects@uksbs.co.uk citing tender SBS PR18168. Please provide the name, email address and contact information for the nominated person in your company to register your interest in this requirement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c6054db5-332d-41df-9d77-840af9664a95
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e1f2c516-7632-4e14-a450-59be6a507899
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

CPV Codes

35512400 - Unmanned underwater vehicles

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Jun 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
28 Jun 2019Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED
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

Further Information

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