Tender

UKRI-4037 Chilbolton Observatory 25m Antenna Drive System Upgrade

UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION

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01 Jul 2024 at 11:05

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28 May 2024 at 18:05

Summary of the contracting process

The UK Research and Innovation is seeking suppliers for the procurement of a project titled "UKRI-4037 Chilbolton Observatory 25m Antenna Drive System Upgrade" within the goods procurement category. The project aims to upgrade the fully steerable 25m antenna at the Chilbolton Observatory in Hampshire, involving various hardware, protection systems, lubrication, interfaces, and software. The tender stage includes amendments to key dates, with the deadline for receipt of tenders or requests to participate extended to 11th July 2024.

This procurement opportunity presents potential for growth for small or medium enterprises (SMEs) that can provide the required goods and services. Businesses in the radio and radar equipment industry, particularly those with experience in equipment upgrades and technology solutions, are well-suited to compete in this tender process. The open procurement method allows for fair competition, with the opportunity to participate by submitting written bids before the deadline. Successful bidders can find detailed specifications and requirements for the upgrade project on the Delta eSourcing portal.

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Notice Title

UKRI-4037 Chilbolton Observatory 25m Antenna Drive System Upgrade

Notice Description

The fully steerable 25m antenna situated at the Chilbolton Observatory in Hampshire requires an upgrade to the antenna drive system. The requirement is varied in its nature with several details of hardware, protection systems, lubrication, interfaces, and software.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The fully steerable 25 m antenna situated at the Chilbolton Observatory in Hampshire is used both as a radar for meteorological measurement and satellite tracking. Although the system has served well, some new demands on its performance cannot be met with the existing hardware and software. Also, many of the drive system components are near end-of-life, hence the need for an upgrade. The purpose of this procurement is to provide a detailed specification for the upgrade to the antenna drive system. The requirement is varied in its nature with several details of hardware, protection systems, lubrication, interfaces, and software. Additional information: To respond to this opportunity please click here: https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/respond/E7N2M4X69Z

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-046bde
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019934-2024
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

32352100 - Parts of radio and radar equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£450,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£450,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Jul 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
4 Jul 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
stfcprocurement@ukri.org
Contact Phone
+44 1793442000

Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 2FL
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
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

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