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title: "Provision of Satellite Platform and/or Launch & Orbit for the In-Orbit Demonstration Mission 5 Option B"
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# Provision of Satellite Platform and/or Launch & Orbit for the In-Orbit Demonstration Mission 5 Option B

Buyer: SATELLITE APPLICATIONS CATAPULT LIMITED  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2d56ee4b-c9cd-45e4-83e2-68639a1c61bb

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## Summary

The procurement process involves SATELLITE APPLICATIONS CATAPULT LIMITED, which is seeking bidders for the "Provision of Satellite Platform and/or Launch & Orbit for the In-Orbit Demonstration Mission 5 Option B". This tender falls under the services category, specifically related to spacecraft, satellites, and launch vehicles. The procurement is currently in the open stage, with submissions due by 19 February 2018. The estimated contract value is £700,000, with a minimum budget of £190,000. The contract is expected to commence on 23 March 2018 and conclude by 22 March 2019 in Oxford, England.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the aerospace and satellite industries, particularly those engaged in providing satellite platforms or launch services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) will find this tender particularly accessible, as it is structured to encourage their participation. Businesses with expertise in space technology, project management, and engineering solutions related to orbital missions are well-positioned to compete effectively and could leverage this opportunity to expand their market presence.

## Notice

Procurement of satellite platform and/or launch & Orbit for the In-orbit Demonstration Mission 5 Option B as detailed within the Invitation to tender documents.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/78d8a5eb-1b40-4287-a057-8e052752e0c9 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Jan 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Feb 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 23 Mar 2018 - 22 Mar 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £700,000 |
| 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 | OXFORD |
| 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

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34712000 - Spacecraft, satellites and launch vehicles

## Release History

- 18 Jan 2018 at 16:26 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/78d8a5eb-1b40-4287-a057-8e052752e0c9

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/78d8a5eb-1b40-4287-a057-8e052752e0c9
  18th January 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/157a5759-7caf-4f58-8e8c-99ce60ecde0e

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