Tender

Provision of BVLOS Autonomous Systems Demonstrator to the Net Zero Technology Centre Limited

NET ZERO TECHNOLOGY CENTRE LIMITED

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01 Aug 2022 at 00:00

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Summary of the contracting process

The Net Zero Technology Centre Limited, based in Aberdeen, is currently conducting a tender for the "Provision of BVLOS Autonomous Systems Demonstrator." This project falls within the Research & Development industry category and is aimed at demonstrating the feasibility of achieving Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) autonomous operations. The procurement process is at the Tender stage, with submissions closing on 24th August 2022. The method employed is an open procedure, allowing a wide array of suppliers to participate, with electronic submissions accepted through the specified platform.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses within the autonomous systems, technologies, and R&D sectors to participate in innovative projects. Companies specialising in certified components, high-integrity decision-making systems, or those capable of developing solutions that enhance compliance with aviation regulations would be particularly well-suited to compete. Engaging in this tender could bolster growth by positioning businesses at the forefront of advancements in BVLOS operations, potentially opening additional avenues in related sectors such as offshore energy and surveying.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of BVLOS Autonomous Systems Demonstrator to the Net Zero Technology Centre Limited

Notice Description

The aim of this proposed funded demonstration is to inform the stakeholder community that at least one aspect needed to achieve Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) autonomous operation is now feasible.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The aim of this proposed funded demonstration is to inform the stakeholder community that at least one aspect needed to achieve Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) autonomous operation is now feasible. This could mean: - the use of certified components, - redundancy in terms of architecture/systems, - high integrity on-board decision making (e.g. compliance to rules of the air), - behavioural compliance in Transponder Mandated Zones (TMZ), - compliance to existing or proposed regulations, - the ability to get close to an asset (such as a gas platform or windfarm) in order to undertake a survey that was previously thought not possible, or - any other aspect that an applicant may choose to submit

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000701950
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG455178
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Aug 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 Aug 2022Expired
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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NET ZERO TECHNOLOGY CENTRE LIMITED
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
nicola.mcintosh@theogtc.com
Contact Phone
+44 7392879438

Buyer Location

Locality
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB15 4ZT
Post Town
Aberdeen
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM5 North Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Delivery Location
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Local Authority
Aberdeen City
Electoral Ward
Hazlehead/Queens Cross/Countesswells
Westminster Constituency
Aberdeen South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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