Tender

Wind Flow Generation Equipment Requirement

SATELLITE APPLICATIONS CATAPULT LTD

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Tender

08 Apr 2026 at 08:43

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement contracting process is led by Satellite Applications Catapult Ltd, located in Didcot, United Kingdom. They have issued a tender titled "Wind Flow Generation Equipment Requirement" focusing on services in the "Design and execution of research and development" industry category. The procurement is at the tender stage, with key deadlines including the tender period ending on 14th May 2026, the enquiry period closing on 22nd April 2026, and the award period concluding by 1st July 2026. This procurement process, conducted under an open procedure, seeks to acquire a modular and controllable wind flow generation system to aid in the evaluation of unmanned aerial systems, with delivery expected at their facilities in the UKJ1 region. The total estimated contract value is £480,000 (including VAT).

This tender presents substantial business growth opportunities, particularly for enterprises involved in advanced equipment manufacturing, research and development services, and those who can provide innovative solutions in aerospace testing. It is especially well-suited for SMEs and organisations that prioritise quality and cost-effectiveness; the evaluation criteria are heavily weighted on solution capability, implementation plan, and cost. Given the significant emphasis on innovation and experience, companies with a proven track record in delivering high-quality, configurable wind condition systems and a strong understanding of autonomous systems will find this opportunity particularly beneficial. The potential for further contract extension and additional requirements ensures that participating businesses may also secure long-term engagement prospects with the buying organisation.

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Notice Title

Wind Flow Generation Equipment Requirement

Notice Description

Our requirement is for one modular, controllable aerodynamic wind flow generation system capable of producing highly repeatable, configurable wind conditions for the testing, calibration and evaluation of unmanned aerial systems (UAS) and other autonomous platforms. Responses should include all costs for delivery into our building.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: We reserve the right to add the ability for a water ingress requirement in the future at additional cost. Replacement parts will be purchased in case of fault to ensure continues up time of the equipment.

Renewal: Only in exceptional circumstances a further extension period of 16 weeks in case of unexpected delays must be agreed by both parties. A contract change note would be required and signed by all parties.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067d87
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031741-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

60445000 - Aircraft operating services

73100000 - Research and experimental development services

73300000 - Design and execution of research and development

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£400,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£400,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Apr 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
14 May 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jul 2026 - 21 Oct 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SATELLITE APPLICATIONS CATAPULT LTD
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DIDCOT
Postcode
OX11 0QR
Post Town
Oxford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC
Delivery Location
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire

Local Authority
Vale of White Horse
Electoral Ward
Hendreds
Westminster Constituency
Didcot and Wantage

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