Planning

OS Supplier Engagement Event for Bespoke Optical Sensor Development

ORDNANCE SURVEY

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09 Jul 2018 at 14:18

Market Engagement Notice
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02 Jul 2018 at 09:01

Market Engagement Notice
Planning

02 Jul 2018 at 08:59

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Ordnance Survey is currently planning a procurement for the "OS Supplier Engagement Event for Bespoke Optical Sensor Development" aimed at developing a bespoke optical sensor suitable for airborne platforms. Located in Southampton, England, this initiative falls under the optical instruments category and is in the planning stage. The key date for engagement is set for 24th July 2018, by which potential suppliers must express their interest. The process is being initiated as a tender, encouraging collaboration among manufacturers and groups with complementary skills.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses in the optical manufacturing and aerospace industries, particularly those skilled in research and development. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) might find this a suitable opportunity to showcase their capabilities in developing advanced imaging technologies. Firms with expertise in multispectral sensors and innovative imaging solutions are particularly encouraged to participate and submit proposals, which could lead to an ongoing partnership for future enhancements and projects.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

OS Supplier Engagement Event for Bespoke Optical Sensor Development

Notice Description

Ordnance Survey Supplier Engagement Event for Bespoke Optical Sensor Development. Ordnance Survey is looking for a supplier, or suppliers, to develop a small, lightweight, bespoke optical sensor capable of operation on an airborne platform. Several prototype camera and lens combinations have been tested to date and we have a good idea of the dynamics that the sensor will need to withstand to meet the needs of the specific application. We are looking for a camera manufacturer to help us build an operational sensor to deploy. There are several challenging aspects to the project which will need to be overcome and will require a dedicated R&D approach to developing a prototype, and then an operational system. The sensor should be capable of producing an orthorectified image of the ground, using an imaging system which can resolve at an angular resolution of 1.5 arc seconds. The image should have at least three bands - in the red, green and blue areas of the spectrum, and would ideally also have a near infra-red band. Ideally the sensor will have a minimum angle of view of 5.8 degrees. An ongoing relationship to develop future enhancements is required. These may include the development of multispectral sensors and the capability to produce stereo imagery. OS is holding an information day to share further details around the proposed contract, the way in which we are looking to engage with potential suppliers and to gain the markets feedback on our proposed approach. OS are keen to encourage engagement from groups of companies with complementary skillsets to submit joint proposals. Please see attached document for further details.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f468376e-9904-4775-9829-2fb8da5562d5
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a4987323-1558-40a7-8b42-db84dd2572ab
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

CPV Codes

38600000 - Optical instruments

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jul 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
24 Jul 2018Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Cancelled
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ORDNANCE SURVEY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SOUTHAMPTON
Postcode
SO16 0AS
Post Town
Southampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ36 Central Hampshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Test Valley
Electoral Ward
Chilworth, Nursling & Rownhams
Westminster Constituency
Romsey and Southampton North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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