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title: "Provision of a 2 Port Vector Network Analyser for the Satellite Applications Catapult Disruptive Innovation for Space Centre (DISC)"
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# Provision of a 2 Port Vector Network Analyser for the Satellite Applications Catapult Disruptive Innovation for Space Centre (DISC)

Buyer: SATELLITE APPLICATIONS CATAPULT LIMITED  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-23378065-3803-40a3-9d6f-93ab9a9f833b

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the purchase of a 2 Port Vector Network Analyser by Satellite Applications Catapult Limited, situated in Didcot, England. This initiative falls under the industry category of measuring instruments, with a total contract value of £55,000. The procurement method is open, following an open procedure below the threshold. The tender period is active, with submissions due by 11 February 2019, while the contract is set to commence on 13 February 2019 and continue until 11 February 2022.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in scientific instruments and testing apparatus, particularly those classified as SMEs (small and medium-sized enterprises). Companies with experience in the development and supply of measurement equipment in the frequency domain will be well-suited to submit competitive bids, potentially benefiting from a long-term contract that aligns with ongoing technological advancements in the 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/cd71b0bd-5fb5-476b-ba9a-533d720b80dd |
| 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 | 22 Jan 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Feb 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 13 Feb 2019 - 11 Feb 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £55,000 |
| 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

- 38300000 - Measuring instruments
- 38500000 - Checking and testing apparatus
- 38900000 - Miscellaneous evaluation or testing instruments

## Release History

- 22 Jan 2019 at 14:31 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cd71b0bd-5fb5-476b-ba9a-533d720b80dd

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cd71b0bd-5fb5-476b-ba9a-533d720b80dd
  22nd January 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/99a8bfef-f3d6-4d08-885b-a8b2fc2631f4
  Invitation to tender docs
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e811f637-c399-4d7d-a1bb-02e4cd50e615
  Terms of purchase

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