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title: "Provision of Ground Stations Control System for the In-Orbit Servicing Control Centre, National Facility"
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# Provision of Ground Stations Control System for the In-Orbit Servicing Control Centre, National Facility

Buyer: SATELLITE APPLICATIONS CATAPULT LIMITED  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a9c1a66f-82e3-48b6-881a-d734e032ccd1

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## Summary

The tender titled "Provision of Ground Stations Control System for the In-Orbit Servicing Control Centre, National Facility" has been issued by Satellite Applications Catapult Limited, located in Didcot, England. This procurement falls under the industry category of Aircraft and spacecraft, specifically targeting services relating to the Ground Stations Control System. The procurement process is currently in the Tender stage, with the submission deadline set for 7th June 2019. The contract is valued at £60,000 and is anticipated to commence on 14th June 2019, lasting until 11th December 2020. This is an open procedure procurement, appropriate for suppliers meeting the necessary criteria.

This tender represents an excellent opportunity for businesses involved in aerospace or technological services, particularly those that specialise in research and development for satellite operations. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the project requires innovative solutions for updating control systems. Companies with expertise in ground control systems and TCP/IP technologies will find this contract well-suited for their capabilities, making it a valuable opportunity for growth and collaboration within the sector.

## Notice

Required modifications of the Ground Stations Control System (GSCS) of the In-Orbit Servicing Control Centre (IOSCC). Details of the whole requirement are contained within the attached documentation. The objective of the required services is to update the G/S Control System to allow the MCS to connect to a ground station using a plain TCP/IP connection. In addition, more than one connection (only for TM) at the same time shall be allowed. The successful provider appointed following this request for proposal (RFP) shall design and implement a solution that will allow the MCS to connect to ground stations using the SLE protocol and plain TCP/IP connections. The solution shall be validated and integrated with the MCS of the ground segment.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4bd3db35-2312-4590-8ceb-7420acfb18c5 |
| 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 | 17 May 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Jun 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 13 Jun 2019 - 11 Dec 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £60,000 |
| 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 | SATELLITE APPLICATIONS CATAPULT LIMITED |
| Locality | DIDCOT |
| Post town | Oxford |
| Postcode | OX11 0QR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC |
| Local authority | Vale of White Horse |
| Electoral ward | Hendreds |
| Westminster constituency | Didcot and Wantage |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 34700000 - Aircraft and spacecraft
- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 17 May 2019 at 13:57 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4bd3db35-2312-4590-8ceb-7420acfb18c5

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4bd3db35-2312-4590-8ceb-7420acfb18c5
  17th May 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/1baf5388-684a-46d6-b8c9-4006bc4712f0
  Invitation documents
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/0e0dbc59-8add-4f3a-9540-930a738b9f3d
  Terms & Conditions of Purchase

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