--- title: "Provision of satellite-based systems and services as part of an R&D In-Orbit Demonstration of Quantum Key Distribution" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-a93849fb-74a7-4437-bfdb-fef76c339648" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-a93849fb-74a7-4437-bfdb-fef76c339648" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-a93849fb-74a7-4437-bfdb-fef76c339648.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-a93849fb-74a7-4437-bfdb-fef76c339648.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF YORK" published: "2022-01-28" --- # Provision of satellite-based systems and services as part of an R&D In-Orbit Demonstration of Quantum Key Distribution Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF YORK Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a93849fb-74a7-4437-bfdb-fef76c339648 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-a93849fb-74a7-4437-bfdb-fef76c339648) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-a93849fb-74a7-4437-bfdb-fef76c339648.json) ## Summary The University of York is procuring the "Provision of satellite-based systems and services" as part of a research and development project focused on an In-Orbit Demonstration (IOD) of Quantum Key Distribution, under the UK National Quantum Technologies Programme. The procurement is currently in the active tender phase, and proposals must be submitted by 8 February 2022. The contract will commence on 1 March 2022 and is expected to run until 31 December 2024. This open procurement method requires bids for the provision of satellite technology and services, with a total estimated value of £1.6 million, based in the Yorkshire and the Humber region of the United Kingdom. This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses involved in satellite systems and services, particularly those specialising in satellite platforms and launch services. Companies that are SMEs may find this a fitting chance to participate, as the University of York seeks innovative proposals for integration and testing as well as operational management of the satellite in low Earth orbit. Businesses with expertise in advanced technology, aerospace, or telecommunications would be well-suited to compete for this contract, contributing to a cutting-edge R&D initiative. ## Notice The UK Quantum Communications Hub, led by the University of York, and part of the UK National Quantum Technologies Programme, is developing a quantum science payload for a satellite-to-ground In-Orbit Demonstration (IOD). The IOD is an R&D mission, whose main focus is the payload, which includes novel quantum key distribution sources communicating with corresponding receivers in a dedicated Hub Optical Ground station in the UK adapted for the purpose. Suppliers are invited to submit proposals for the satellite, systems, and services required to deliver and support the IOD. The requirement includes a dedicated or shared satellite host for the payload, operating in Low Earth Orbit; integration and testing of the payload in the satellite. A launch and early operations phase (LEOP) is also required, together with post-LEOP satellite operations for the duration of the IOD, which is expected to last for least 12 months. Additional information: The procurement documents are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge, at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/york/aspx/Home (https://intendhost.co.uk/york/aspx/Home) Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d97c8680-7529-4230-bbac-96ea64bff699 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 28 Jan 2022 | | Submission deadline | 8 Feb 2022 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Mar 2022 - 31 Dec 2024 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £1,600,000 | | 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 | UNIVERSITY OF YORK | | Locality | NORTH YORKSHIRE | | Post town | York | | Postcode | YO10 5DD | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber | | ITL 2 | TLE2 North Yorkshire | | ITL 3 | TLE21 York | | Local authority | York | | Electoral ward | Hull Road | | Westminster constituency | York Central | | Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment - 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport) ### Codes - 32534000 - Satellite platforms - 60510000 - Satellite launch services ## Release History - 28 Jan 2022 at 14:02 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d97c8680-7529-4230-bbac-96ea64bff699 - 28 Jan 2022 at 14:00 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d97c8680-7529-4230-bbac-96ea64bff699 - 28 Jan 2022 at 13:47 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d97c8680-7529-4230-bbac-96ea64bff699 - 16 Dec 2021 at 14:07 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d97c8680-7529-4230-bbac-96ea64bff699 - 16 Dec 2021 at 13:45 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d97c8680-7529-4230-bbac-96ea64bff699 - 30 Nov 2021 at 09:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d97c8680-7529-4230-bbac-96ea64bff699 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d97c8680-7529-4230-bbac-96ea64bff699 28th January 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - http://www.york.ac.uk - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/york/aspx/Home - https://intendhost.co.uk/york/aspx/Home ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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