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Development of the mathematical models for eLORAN groundwave and skywave propagation

DEPARTMENT FOR SCIENCE, INNOVATION & TECHNOLOGY

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03 Mar 2026 at 10:36

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Science, Innovation & Technology has completed a procurement process titled "Development of the mathematical models for eLORAN groundwave and skywave propagation." This project falls within the category of navigation equipment and is set in London, United Kingdom. The process reached the award stage on 3rd March 2026, with Cambridge University Technical Services Limited (CUTS) being the awarded supplier. The contract, valued at £99,000 excluding VAT, is scheduled to begin on 5th March 2026 and end on 31st March 2026. This procurement was conducted using a direct method below the threshold, meaning it was awarded without competition.

This tender offers a unique opportunity for businesses involved in research and development, particularly those specialising in advanced mathematical modelling and signal propagation technologies. Companies with expertise in navigation equipment, and those capable of operating in complex environments involving multi-layer signal propagation, such as ice and seawater, will find potential growth prospects. This may encourage large-scale enterprises with a research focus to enhance their capabilities and engage in innovative sector advancements, similar to what Cambridge University Technical Services Limited is delivering for this project.

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Notice Title

Development of the mathematical models for eLORAN groundwave and skywave propagation

Notice Description

Funded research project to develop advanced mathematical models for eLoran signal propagation, focusing on; the overlap zone (where ground and sky wave signals mix) and multi-layer environments (e.g., ice and seawater).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066090
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018805-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation


CPV Codes

34933000 - Navigation equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£99,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
5 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR SCIENCE, INNOVATION & TECHNOLOGY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2EG
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CAMBRIDGE UNIVERSITY TECHNICAL SERVICES LIMITED (CUTS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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