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title: "Unmanned Aircraft System Traffic Management (UTM) Framework"
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# Unmanned Aircraft System Traffic Management (UTM) Framework

Buyer: TRANSPORT SYSTEMS CATAPULT  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-441cb35b-bd09-419a-bf88-8f4abb24991d

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## Summary

The Transport Systems Catapult is currently initiating a public procurement process for the "Unmanned Aircraft System Traffic Management (UTM) Framework" project, which falls under the industry category of aerial and related services. The tender period is set to close on 28 September 2018, with the contract scheduled to commence on 10 October 2018 and last until 12 April 2019. This is an open procedure procurement method, targeted at delivering consultancy services, including the development of a UTM architecture and system integration activities, with a minimum contract value of £20,000 and a total estimated value of £55,000. The delivery is expected to take place at the buyer's address in Milton Keynes, England.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in consultancy, technical testing, research and development services related to unmanned aircraft systems. Companies that focus on system integration, performance benchmarking, or the development of air transportation support services would be particularly well-positioned to participate in this tender. With the increasing relevance of unmanned aircraft in various sectors, successful engagement in this contract could help enhance a business's profile and lead to further opportunities in a rapidly evolving industry.

## Notice

PROVIDE CONSULTANCY AND KNOW HOW TO SUPPORT THE DEVELOPMENT OF A UTM ARCHITECTURE AND THE CORRESPONDING MESSAGING AND DATA-EXCHANGE MECHANISMS, AND WORK TOWARDS DELIVERING A SIMULATION OF A MULTI-UTMSP OPERATING ENVIRONMENT. THE APPOINTED PARTY WILL WORK: - ON THE DEVELOPMENT OF A UTM CORE MODULE, - ON THE UAS/OPERATOR REGISTRY MODELS, AND GEO-FENCE REGISTRY MODEL. - ON DEVELOPMENT, DELIVERY & PRESENTATION OF PERFORMANCE METRICS FOR BENCHMARKING SIMULATIONS. - WITH PROJECT STAKEHOLDERS TO PERFORM SYSTEM INTEGRATION, TEST AND COMMISSIONING ACTIVITIES. - WITH STAKEHOLDERS TO PRODUCE TECHNICAL DOCUMENTATION, PRESENTATIONS & REPORTS.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/056574a2-5090-40d2-9b9c-36b3d505f3de |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| 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 | 17 Sep 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Sep 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 9 Oct 2018 - 12 Apr 2019 |
| 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 | TRANSPORT SYSTEMS CATAPULT |
| Locality | MILTON KEYNES |
| Post town | Milton Keynes |
| Postcode | MK9 1BP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ12 Milton Keynes |
| Local authority | Milton Keynes |
| Electoral ward | Central Milton Keynes |
| Westminster constituency | Milton Keynes Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)
- 63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 60440000 - Aerial and related services
- 63730000 - Support services for air transport
- 71600000 - Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services
- 73100000 - Research and experimental development services
- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services
- 73300000 - Design and execution of research and development

## Release History

- 17 Sep 2018 at 15:42 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/056574a2-5090-40d2-9b9c-36b3d505f3de

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/056574a2-5090-40d2-9b9c-36b3d505f3de
  17th September 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c53b88e2-f95d-47b8-9063-761921c8733f
  Unmanned Aircraft System Traffic Management (UTM) Framework
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/65053901-e80d-45a0-8912-3943c17a5cde
  Supplier Questionnaire
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/75843b18-c202-4991-8342-0be67757f94e
  Contractual Terms and Conditions

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