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title: "RFP for the provision of a 5G Popup/Cell-on Wheels (CoW)"
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buyer: "SATELLITE APPLICATIONS CATAPULT"
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# RFP for the provision of a 5G Popup/Cell-on Wheels (CoW)

Buyer: SATELLITE APPLICATIONS CATAPULT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4fb16580-9b7a-4ec2-87da-73030ca5101a

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the Satellite Applications Catapult as the buying organisation, which is soliciting tenders for the project titled "RFP for the provision of a 5G Popup/Cell-on Wheels (CoW)". This project falls under the radio, television, and communication equipment industry category. The tender was awarded on 25th March 2022, and the contract period is set from 25th March 2022 to 29th July 2022. The total value of the awarded contract is £187,160, and was executed via an open procurement method, allowing a wider pool of suppliers to participate.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the telecommunications and technology sectors, especially those with expertise in mobile network infrastructure and equipment. Companies that specialise in communications technology, trailer manufacturing, or integrated telecommunication solutions would be well-suited to pursue similar contracts, enhancing their market presence and fostering collaboration with innovative projects like those led by the Satellite Applications Catapult.

## Notice

A 5G Popup/Cell-on Wheels (CoW) - comprising of at least 1. A trailer (with external power feed, inbuilt power generator, refrigerated cabinet for kit, etc) (can be towed using another vehicle). 2. Telescopic/retractable mast (up to 12m) 3. 3 X directional antenna and 1 omni directional for the shared spectrum range of 3.8 to 4.2 GHz (e.g. similar to AW3828, AW3825) - with ability to selectively turn on/off different antenna 4. Suitable BBUs, RRUs (subject to 3.) to drive the antenna - delivering a strong signal within a 1 Km radius range 5. 5G Core Network hosted on suitable COTS HW (HP/Dell) on the trailer 6. MEC platform/UPF on separate platform (HP/Dell) on the trailer 7. High throughput satellite backhaul (either use of adjustable or auto-pointing antenna) this is for access to internet/DN or remote 5G Core 8. Cabinet with sufficient space to be able to add additional equipment in future 9. Extendable architecture of the setup to allow for different hardware to be added as needed All assembled and delivered to SA Catapult Westcott campus.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8206da0f-69c5-4e41-8c8d-4eb76a8d3322 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Mar 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Oct 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 Mar 2022 |
| Contract period | 25 Mar 2022 - 29 Jul 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £215,235 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £187,160 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SATELLITE APPLICATIONS CATAPULT |
| 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 | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ALSATIS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

### Codes

- 32000000 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

## Release History

- 28 Mar 2022 at 16:45 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8206da0f-69c5-4e41-8c8d-4eb76a8d3322

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8206da0f-69c5-4e41-8c8d-4eb76a8d3322
  28th March 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.mytenders.co.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR164086
  NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the myTenders Web Site at the link provided.

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