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title: "UKRI-4507 Satellite Internet For BAS Ship and Stations"
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# UKRI-4507 Satellite Internet For BAS Ship and Stations

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-43a6a69b-5db1-4f87-ae29-0d54c7a9a30d

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## Summary

The UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) has initiated a tender process for providing satellite internet services specifically for the British Antarctic Survey's (BAS) ship, RRS Sir David Attenborough, and its research stations. The contract, titled "UKRI-4507 Satellite Internet For BAS Ship and Stations," falls under the industry category of Satellite circuit rental services (CPV code 64214100) and is located in the East of England, UK. The tender is active, with a tender period ending on 16 December 2024, and the contract period spanning from 1 April 2025 to 1 April 2027. The procurement requires two types of satellite connections: one Geostationary Earth Orbit (GEO) and one Low Earth Orbit (LEO) connection, with an estimated contract value of £1,750,000.

This tender opportunity can be highly beneficial for businesses specialising in satellite communication services, particularly those capable of providing reliable GEO and LEO satellite internet connections. SMEs are encouraged to participate, making it an attractive proposition for smaller businesses looking to expand their portfolio in the satellite communications sector. Companies with expertise in satellite circuit rental services, advanced communication technologies, and those that meet the procurement requirements of UKRI could leverage this contract for significant business growth and enhanced market presence.

## Notice

The British Antarctic Survey (BAS) is looking for satellite communication services to allow for internet connections onboard the RRS Sir David Attenborough as well as the research stations. This is a split requirement, 1 lot within the procurement will be for a Geostationary Earth Orbit satellite connection (GEO) and the other lot is for a Low Earth Orbit connection (LEO).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/08b9d524-a2a6-4061-b657-d5482e725255 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Nov 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Dec 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2025 - 1 Apr 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,750,000 |
| 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 & 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 | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 64 - Postal and telecommunications services

### Codes

- 64214100 - Satellite circuit rental services

## Release History

- 25 Nov 2024 at 16:00 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/08b9d524-a2a6-4061-b657-d5482e725255

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/08b9d524-a2a6-4061-b657-d5482e725255
  25th November 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Swindon:-Satellite-circuit-rental-services./CRZSP2S87T
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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