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title: "Vector Network Analyser for the Satellite Applications Catapult Disruptive Innovation for Space Centre (DISC)"
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# Vector Network Analyser for the Satellite Applications Catapult Disruptive Innovation for Space Centre (DISC)

Buyer: SATELLITE APPLICATIONS CATAPULT LIMITED  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2253f0c0-edaa-4859-9f95-f6295755414b

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## Summary

The Satellite Applications Catapult Limited is seeking tenders for the supply of a Vector Network Analyser as part of its Disruptive Innovation for Space Centre (DISC) initiative. This procurement, categorised under "Machines and apparatus for testing and measuring," is currently in the Tender stage. The tender was published on 21 December 2018, with a deadline for submissions set for 15 January 2019. The total value of the contract is £70,000, and the delivery is to take place at the Didcot location, with a contract period commencing on 21 January 2019 and lasting until 21 January 2022.

This opportunity presents significant prospects for businesses specialising in testing and measurement equipment, particularly those that are SMEs. Companies capable of providing advanced technological solutions that meet the specific requirements of the aerospace and satellite industries would be well-suited to compete. Engaging with this tender could potentially enhance market visibility and foster growth within the lucrative space sector.

## Notice

The Vector Network Analyser will measure, display and analyse frequency domain transmission / reflection signals from DC to mmWave for the purpose of testing and verifying performance of systems and sub-systems during development.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3bec6607-a76d-4ef4-959f-8016576f29b3 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Dec 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Jan 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 21 Jan 2019 - 21 Jan 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £70,000 |
| 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 | SATELLITE APPLICATIONS CATAPULT LIMITED |
| Locality | DIDCOT |
| Post town | Oxford |
| Postcode | OX11 0QR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC |
| Local authority | Vale of White Horse |
| Electoral ward | Hendreds |
| Westminster constituency | Didcot and Wantage |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 38540000 - Machines and apparatus for testing and measuring
- 38900000 - Miscellaneous evaluation or testing instruments

## Release History

- 21 Dec 2018 at 14:49 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3bec6607-a76d-4ef4-959f-8016576f29b3

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3bec6607-a76d-4ef4-959f-8016576f29b3
  21st December 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/392c732c-dbba-4684-a054-45a912ffaaac
  Invitation to Tender document
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/0375eb00-9fe0-495f-a38d-d3cbe78682cd
  Terms & Conditions of purchase

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