Tender

RFQ-FY-21-31 Compact Antenna Test Range (CATR)

SATELLITE APPLICATIONS CATAPULT

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Tender

05 Mar 2021 at 17:45

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Satellite Applications Catapult has initiated a public procurement process to acquire one Compact Antenna Test Range (CATR) under the title "RFQ-FY-21-31 Compact Antenna Test Range (CATR)". This tender falls within the satellite-related communications equipment industry and is located in the South East region of the United Kingdom. The procurement is currently in the Tender stage, with submissions due by 25 March 2021. The estimated value of the contract is £170,000, and this opportunity is open to suppliers through an open procurement method, which allows any interested parties to submit bids.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the manufacturing of satellite antennas, anechoic chambers, or related telecommunications equipment to expand their market presence. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, given the nature of the procurement process. Companies with expertise in performance measurement technologies for satellite applications, as well as those capable of delivering complex engineering solutions, would be well-suited to compete for this contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

RFQ-FY-21-31 Compact Antenna Test Range (CATR)

Notice Description

The Catapult wishes to procure one (1) Compact Antenna Test Range (CATR) to satisfy specifications & requirements in Technical Requirements (Statement of Work) The CATR will be used to support the test and characterisation (performance measurements) of satellite mobile phased-array antennas and terminals, in dynamic scenarios, where both the satellite and user are in motion, in the Ku and Ka frequency bands (10.7 - 31 GHz). The Compact Antenna Test Range (CATR) shall be formed by: Anechoic chamber able to emulate far-field for the Device Under Test. Measurement feed-horn antenna. Agile Az/EL positioner (precision motor and motor controller). Automated Measurement Software.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e7d0e978-895b-49cc-8964-e11b125d2951
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4aaf4868-db8f-4fc7-962f-80d80c4b3fa8
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 (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

42 - Industrial machinery

CPV Codes

32324310 - Satellite antennas

32530000 - Satellite-related communications equipment

42992200 - Anechoic chamber

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£170,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Mar 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
25 Mar 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
28 Mar 2021 - 31 May 2021 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
SATELLITE APPLICATIONS CATAPULT
Contact Name
Procurement
Contact Email
procurement@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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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