--- title: "UKRI-1489 LSTC Access Platform" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-01a5cfa4-b6b6-46bf-9485-151e7a3fc464" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-01a5cfa4-b6b6-46bf-9485-151e7a3fc464" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-01a5cfa4-b6b6-46bf-9485-151e7a3fc464.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-01a5cfa4-b6b6-46bf-9485-151e7a3fc464.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION" published: "2021-07-16" --- # UKRI-1489 LSTC Access Platform Buyer: UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-01a5cfa4-b6b6-46bf-9485-151e7a3fc464 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-01a5cfa4-b6b6-46bf-9485-151e7a3fc464) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-01a5cfa4-b6b6-46bf-9485-151e7a3fc464.json) ## Summary The UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) is conducting a public procurement process for the "UKRI-1489 LSTC Access Platform," which falls under the goods category, specifically regarding access platforms. This tender, with a total value of £250,000, is intended for the procurement of an access platform to assist in the installation of satellites at the National Satellite Test Facility located in Rutherford Appleton Laboratory, Swindon, South East England. The procurement method is an open procedure, and the tender submission deadline is set for 11:00 on 11th August 2021. This tender presents an excellent opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) looking to expand their business in the aerospace sector. Companies with expertise in manufacturing access platforms or related equipment, particularly those capable of meeting the specific requirements outlined in the tender documents, would be well-suited to participate. Successful bidders may not only benefit from the immediate contract but also establish a long-term relationship with the UKRI, enhancing future growth prospects within the burgeoning space industry. ## Notice Text to be corrected in the original notice: Place of text to be modified: Time limit for receipt of tenders or requests to participate Instead of: 21 July 2021 Time: 11:00 Read New: 11 August 2021 Time: 11:00 Place of text to be modified: Conditions for opening of tenders: Instead of: 21 July 2021 Time: 11:00 Read New: 11 August 2021 Time: 11:00 Other additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement. At UK Research and Innovation's (UKRI's) Science and Technology Facilities Council's (STFC's) site at Rutherford Appleton Laboratory (RAL); The National Satellite Test Facility (NSTF) is a new facility for the environmental testing of complete satellites and large sub-assemblies. It is being funded by the UK Government, developed and operated by RAL Space, and will provide comprehensive test facilities for both new and existing space companies. RAL Space requires an Access Platform to aid the installation of satellites, satellite dispensers or subsystem into the Large Space Test (thermal vacuum) Chamber (LSTC). The tender documentation describes the specification of the requirement and the process of submitting bids. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4964613e-8c1c-49cc-841b-0c83ccf66b1c | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 16 Jul 2021 | | Submission deadline | 21 Jul 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 12 Sep 2021 - 12 Sep 2022 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £250,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION | | Locality | SWINDON | | Post town | Swindon | | Postcode | SN2 1FL | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire | | ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon | | Local authority | Swindon | | Electoral ward | Rodbourne Cheney | | Westminster constituency | Swindon North | | Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation ### Codes - 34951000 - Access platforms ## Release History - 16 Jul 2021 at 10:35 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4964613e-8c1c-49cc-841b-0c83ccf66b1c - 10 Jun 2021 at 08:05 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4964613e-8c1c-49cc-841b-0c83ccf66b1c ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4964613e-8c1c-49cc-841b-0c83ccf66b1c 16th July 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Swindon:-Access-platforms./A24XR3692V Please follow this link to view the notice. ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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