Tender

Test and Measurement Equipment and Services

DIGITAL CATAPULT

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Tender

23 Jun 2022 at 16:45

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by Digital Catapult, focuses on the acquisition of "Test and Measurement Equipment and Services" relevant to the fields of software and information systems. Located in London, this contract is set against a backdrop of an open procurement method, with the tender period concluding on 25 July 2022. The successful supplier will be expected to supply a range of specialised equipment by 22 October 2022, with the estimated contract value ranging from GBP 500,000 to GBP 600,000. The contractual term is anticipated to commence on 22 August 2022 and extend until 22 August 2024.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in high-tech equipment and support services. Companies engaged in the production of items like simulators and network testing tools, as well as those providing installation and maintenance services, will find themselves well-positioned to compete. The involvement of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) is encouraged, making this an accessible opportunity for innovative firms in the technology sector aiming to expand their market presence.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Test and Measurement Equipment and Services

Notice Description

Digital Catapult is in 2022 and 2023 Building the Test & Measurement Capability and vendor cohort integration and testing. The "Test and measurement" component of this requirement is the subject of this procurement. We recognise that the provision of equipment, software and services to undertake this testing is highly specialised and we are seeking a single supplier that can meet all four of our entire needs as set-out in the technical documentation.Details of the components that will be procured in this tender, and make-up the T&M platform, are as follows:Multi UE Simulator;Real Data Application Simulator;Core Network Simulator;O-RU Tester;Please note that it is a mandatory requirement that all the items listed above must be from a single supplier, and they must be installed or, in relation to portable equipment, made available by 22 October 2022.In addition to the provision of the equipment required under this tender, Digital Catapult require services, i.e. Unpack and dispose of packaging, Install/mount in racks where applicable; Assist with onsite installation, integration and commissioning; Install operating system including hypervisor; Provide ongoing support and maintenance for the Contract Term for the equipment covered by this tender for a period of 24 months, etc.The estimated contract value of the Contract to be awarded is between GBP 500 000 and GBP 600 000.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-fe47cb97-ae4e-4589-a270-81cb349b8ad2
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/480ca42a-c56d-4e8c-97b7-8696efaddecd
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
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£600,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jun 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
25 Jul 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
21 Aug 2022 - 22 Aug 2024 2-3 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
DIGITAL CATAPULT
Contact Name
Procurement Department
Contact Email
procurement@digicatapult.org.uk
Contact Phone
+44 2038823557

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
NW1 2RA
Post Town
North West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI36 Camden
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Camden
Electoral Ward
Bloomsbury
Westminster Constituency
Holborn and St Pancras

Further Information

Notice Documents

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