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title: "UKRI-1489 LSTC Access Platform"
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# UKRI-1489 LSTC Access Platform

Buyer: UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7381a73f-c4f9-457b-a1be-18ff7e7ab77a

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## Summary

The procurement process for the UKRI-1489 LSTC Access Platform was conducted by UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) on behalf of the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC). The tender, categorised under the goods industry, involved the provision of an Access Platform for the National Satellite Test Facility at Rutherford Appleton Laboratory, located in the South East of the United Kingdom. The open procurement method allowed submissions until the deadline on 19th November 2021, with the contract awarded shortly thereafter, valued at £241,044.99. The contract period commenced on 20th November 2021 and is set to conclude on 9th September 2022.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the engineering and manufacturing sectors, particularly those specialising in access platforms and related equipment for the aerospace industry. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with relevant expertise would be well positioned to pursue similar contracts, benefitting from engaging with large-scale projects that support the UK's growing space industry. Companies may find the experience and potential for collaboration beneficial for enhancing their market presence and expanding into new areas of business.

## Notice

At UK Research and Innovation's (UKRI's) Science and Technology Facilities Council's (STFC's) site at Rutherford Appleton Laboratory (RAL); The National Satellite Test Facility (NSTF) is a new facility for the environmental testing of complete satellites and large sub-assemblies. It is being funded by the UK Government, developed and operated by RAL Space, and will provide comprehensive test facilities for both new and existing space companies. RAL Space requires an Access Platform to aid the installation of satellites, satellite dispensers or subsystem into the Large Space Test (thermal vacuum) Chamber (LSTC). The tender documentation describes the specification of the requirement and the process of submitting bids.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/64d6133e-91ca-40d0-8a66-ca52e33b1784 |
| 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 | 22 Nov 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Nov 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Nov 2021 |
| Contract period | 20 Nov 2021 - 9 Sep 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £241,044 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £241,044 |
| 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 RESEARCH AND 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 | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | AEON ENGINEERING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34951000 - Access platforms

## Release History

- 22 Nov 2021 at 10:10 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/64d6133e-91ca-40d0-8a66-ca52e33b1784

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/64d6133e-91ca-40d0-8a66-ca52e33b1784
  22nd November 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=645134878
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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