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title: "UKSBS PR20003 EMC Testing of MetOp SG Front End Receivers Framework"
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# UKSBS PR20003 EMC Testing of MetOp SG Front End Receivers Framework

Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a0e8a135-c823-4578-ab52-5b8400f9c9cf

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "UKSBS PR20003 EMC Testing of MetOp SG Front End Receivers Framework," conducted by UK Shared Business Services Limited, is focused on technical testing services related to Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) for complex multi-wavelength instrument payloads intended for low Earth orbit satellite deployments. The procurement, which has reached the award stage, was initiated with a total value of £187,920, concluding on 7th July 2021. The tender was published on 2nd December 2019, with the deadline for bid submissions at 26th February 2020. The primary delivery location for the services is in Oxon, England, and the procurement was executed through a single tender action method below the threshold.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in technical testing and satellite technology, particularly those with expertise in EMC testing. Companies of all sizes, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), are encouraged to consider these opportunities as they may apply for roles in the framework established by UK Shared Business Services Limited. Successful bidders on the framework will be on a ranked basis and can expect to receive requests for quotations, making this an excellent avenue for business expansion in the aerospace and defence sectors.

## Notice

To assist with the delivery of complex multi-wavelength instrument payloads into low Earth orbit via a series of repeat satellite deployments to be initiated in 2021.Front End Receivers (FERX) at frequencies from 166GHz to 325GHz for three different instruments - Microwave Sounder (MWS), Microwave Imager (MWI) and Ice Cloud Imager (ICI). The receivers will be integrated into instruments which will ultimately be delivered to the customer for launch. The FERX for MWS and MWI must each be tested to confirm that they meet the project requirements for Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/22120afe-1108-4f00-8401-278b0183e274 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Aug 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Feb 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Jul 2020 |
| Contract period | 7 Jul 2020 - 7 Jul 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £187,920 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £187,920 |
| 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ELEMENT MATERIALS TECHNOLOGY WARWICK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71632000 - Technical testing services

## Release History

- 27 Aug 2020 at 09:35 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/22120afe-1108-4f00-8401-278b0183e274
- 2 Dec 2019 at 17:29 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/278375e0-9067-4469-8d67-98f0ab0d19af

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/22120afe-1108-4f00-8401-278b0183e274
  27th August 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/278375e0-9067-4469-8d67-98f0ab0d19af
  2nd December 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://delta-esourcing.com/respond/N4U2RMT28M
  Lot 1 MWS EMC Testing
- https://delta-esourcing.com/respond/PR3Q6TMRF4
  Lot 2 MWI EMC Testing

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