Tender

UKRI-1146 SWIMMR S1 Space System S1 Trusted Space

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION

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22 Apr 2021 at 11:24

Summary of the contracting process

The UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), located in Swindon, is currently overseeing a tender titled "UKRI-1146 SWIMMR S1 Space System S1 Trusted Space," which focuses on satellite-related communications equipment. This procurement is classified under the goods category, with the latest update registered on 22nd April 2021. The procurement process is in the tender stage, inviting potential suppliers to respond to the requirements set forth for a contract expected to be delivered through a collaboration involving multiple governmental and research institutions.

This opportunity presents significant potential for growth, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) engaged in advanced technological solutions and satellite communications. Businesses that specialise in developing instruments capable of gathering data from space, as well as those involved in research and innovation related to space weather forecasting, would be well-positioned to compete for this contract. The successful implementation of these requirements will enhance the UK's capabilities in predicting space weather hazards, offering a collaborative environment for businesses to contribute to this critical sector.

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Notice Title

UKRI-1146 SWIMMR S1 Space System S1 Trusted Space

Notice Description

SWIMMR S1 Space System S1 Trusted Space

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02a910
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008607-2021
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

32530000 - Satellite-related communications equipment

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Apr 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION
Contact Name
Nicola Everden
Contact Email
nicola.everden@ukri.org
Contact Phone
+44 1235445133

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

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