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title: "SSAPR20081 Synapsis NX Upgrade for the SDA"
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# SSAPR20081 Synapsis NX Upgrade for the SDA

Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7358e5b2-8a4b-4c0e-bd3a-83c1352a781a

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the UK Shared Business Services Limited seeking to upgrade the Synapsis NX navigation system for the Scientific Research Vessel (SDA) under a direct procurement method. This tender, identified as SSAPR20081, falls under the navigation equipment category, with a total value of £38,000. The contract period commences from 1st August 2020 and concludes on 18th October 2020. The tender period ended on 31st July 2020, and the relevant delivery address is located in the North West region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities particularly for businesses involved in maritime technology and navigation systems. Firms with capabilities in upgrading navigation systems and understanding of maritime compliance standards would be well-suited to capitalise on potential future contracts. As Kongsberg Marine A/S holds proprietary rights to the navigation system, partnerships or engagements with original equipment manufacturers may also be necessary for businesses aiming to participate in similar future tenders.

## Notice

Upgrade to the Synapsis NX navigation system onboard the SDA. The current system has been installed in line with the existing contract (for the design and build of the SDA) between Cammell Laird and UKRI-NERC; however, this will cease to be compliant with class on 31st January 2021. The upgrade will allow navigation maps to be updated in real-time via satellite rather than at port and will also enable the vessel to remain compliant with class and maritime authorities for the foreseeable future. The upgrade can only be supplied by Kongsberg Marine A/S through Cammell Laird Shiprepairers and Shipbuilders as Kongsberg are the OEM responsible for the navigation system and associated software onboard the SDA and have propriety rights to this system.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/835a02d8-2067-4a15-979c-fdb8cc086e2e |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Sep 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Jul 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Jul 2020 |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2020 - 18 Oct 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £38,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £38,000 |
| 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 | UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1FF |
| 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 | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CAMMELL LAIRD SHIPREPAIRERS & SHIPBUILDERS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34933000 - Navigation equipment

## Release History

- 30 Sep 2020 at 13:34 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/835a02d8-2067-4a15-979c-fdb8cc086e2e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/835a02d8-2067-4a15-979c-fdb8cc086e2e
  30th September 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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