--- title: "Autonomous Drone Engineer" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-9b8dbbfb-8ea7-4abf-8333-a22d37242f33" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-9b8dbbfb-8ea7-4abf-8333-a22d37242f33" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9b8dbbfb-8ea7-4abf-8333-a22d37242f33.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9b8dbbfb-8ea7-4abf-8333-a22d37242f33.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNMANNED SURVEY SOLUTIONS LIMITED" published: "2018-01-22" --- # Autonomous Drone Engineer Buyer: UNMANNED SURVEY SOLUTIONS LIMITED Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9b8dbbfb-8ea7-4abf-8333-a22d37242f33 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-9b8dbbfb-8ea7-4abf-8333-a22d37242f33) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9b8dbbfb-8ea7-4abf-8333-a22d37242f33.json) ## Summary The procurement process involves Unmanned Survey Solutions Limited seeking an Autonomous Drone Engineer to support the development of a new 4-5m Accession class Unmanned Surface Vessel (USV). This project is classified under experimental development services and is situated in the South West of England. The open tender is currently active, with a submission deadline on 6th February 2018. The contract is expected to run from 11th February 2018 to 14th April 2019, with a total contract value of £100,000 and a minimum value of £48,000. This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses in the marine technology and drone sectors to expand their operations. Companies with expertise in project management, research and design for unmanned systems, and integrated technology solutions would be well-positioned to compete. The requirement for knowledge in hydrographic equipment and drone operation further indicates a preference for firms with specialised skills in unmanned aerial and surface vehicles. ## Notice Unmanned Survey Solutions design and build Unmanned Surface Vessels (USV's). We have a requirement for a Marine Drone Specialist to support us on a new project to assist with the research, design and build of a new 4-5m Accession class USV. Candidates should apply if they have a relevant degree in product design and can demonstrate extensive relevant experience and the following skill sets: 1. Project management skills for research and design projects 2. Knowledge of existing Unmanned Surface Vessels (USV's) 3. Knowledge and experience operating Unmanned Airborne Vehicles (UAV's) or drones 4. Ability to assist with the design and implementation of an autonomous launch and landing system for a UAV onboard a USV 5. Ability to research current market Launch And Recovery System (LARS) for small vessels and then design a new bespoke LARS for the new Accession class USV 6. Ability to research and design a vessel control system 7. Ability to then integrate the vessel control system into the USV to ensure safe operation of the vessel thrusters 8. Ability to research current optical avoidance systems, then design and implement a new system to be used with the USV control system 9. Ability to research, design and implement a power management system to ensure reliable power is provide to all systems throughout the operating periods the vessel is required 10. Ability to research, assist with the design and integration of an underway winch system for lowering sensors whilst the USV maintains speed and heading 11. A general capability for undertaking electrical works such as cable making and soldering 12. An ability to research, design and fit out the USV with a long range WiFi system 13. A working knowledge of Hydrographic and cartographic payload equipment including single and multiple-beam echo-sounders, GNSS sensors, sound velocity sensors and 3d mobile scanners This project will be part funded by ERDF. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a381f8ea-db91-4c0b-b589-232efebc8e54 | | 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 | 22 Jan 2018 | | Submission deadline | 6 Feb 2018 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 11 Feb 2018 - 14 Apr 2019 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £100,000 | | 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 | UNMANNED SURVEY SOLUTIONS LIMITED | | Locality | HAYLE | | Post town | Truro | | Postcode | TR27 4DD | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK3 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly | | ITL 3 | TLK30 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly | | Local authority | Cornwall | | Electoral ward | Gwinear-Gwithian & Hayle East | | Westminster constituency | Camborne and Redruth | | Delivery location | TLK South West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ### Codes - 73120000 - Experimental development services - 73300000 - Design and execution of research and development ## Release History - 22 Jan 2018 at 10:26 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a381f8ea-db91-4c0b-b589-232efebc8e54 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a381f8ea-db91-4c0b-b589-232efebc8e54 22nd January 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - http://www.unmannedsurveysolutions.com ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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