--- title: "UK SBS PR18168 Technical Partner for Marine Autonomous System" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-c6054db5-332d-41df-9d77-840af9664a95" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-c6054db5-332d-41df-9d77-840af9664a95" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c6054db5-332d-41df-9d77-840af9664a95.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c6054db5-332d-41df-9d77-840af9664a95.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED" published: "2019-06-25" --- # UK SBS PR18168 Technical Partner for Marine Autonomous System Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c6054db5-332d-41df-9d77-840af9664a95 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-c6054db5-332d-41df-9d77-840af9664a95) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c6054db5-332d-41df-9d77-840af9664a95.json) ## Summary The UK Shared Business Services Limited (UK SBS) is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process for the contract titled "UK SBS PR18168 Technical Partner for Marine Autonomous System." This opportunity falls within the unmanned underwater vehicles industry category, focusing on the development of Marine Autonomous System (MAS) Platforms capable of operating in demanding environments. Key dates include the engagement end date, which is set for 28th June 2019, following an initial notice published on 25th June 2019. Interested parties are encouraged to express their interest by providing their contact information via email to UK SBS. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those with expertise in underwater navigation and communications technologies. Companies that specialise in research collaborations and have experience with marine development projects will find this procurement attractive. By partnering with the National Oceanography Centre, successful bidders will not only contribute to cutting-edge marine technology but may also secure support for project funding through initiatives like the Industrial Strategy Challenge Fund (ISCF). ## Notice To express your interest in this future opportunity email majorprojects@uksbs.co.uk citing tender reference SBS PR18168. Please provide the name, email address and contact information for the nominated person in your company to register your interest in this requirement. National Oceanography Centre (NOC) is looking for a technical development partner to further develop their new generation of Marine Autonomous System (MAS) Platforms with a particular focus on new technology encompassing precise navigation, endurance and performance in extreme environments i.e. under ice and/or in excess of 5000m. National Marine Facilities (NMF) is focused on transferring robust, reliable MAS platforms into the National Marine Equipment Pool (NMEP) in support of UKRI NERC science. A preferred development partner would: a) Bring particular expertise in underwater navigation and/or communications technology to the partnership. b) Have a demonstrable track-record of partnering with research organisations to deliver development projects involving multiple MAS platforms. c) Be prepared to commit resources to specific projects including at-sea trials. d) Share analysis of trials performance and thence contribute to further system optimization e) Demonstrate how they would contribute towards the successful application for funding in particular Industrial Strategy Challenge Fund (ISCF) funding. Additional information: UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) is conducting a procurement exercise on behalf of National Oceanography Centre (NOC) for the provision of Technical Partner for Marine Autonomous System. If you wish to consider bidding for this requirement, please email your expression of interest to majorprojects@uksbs.co.uk citing tender SBS PR18168. Please provide the name, email address and contact information for the nominated person in your company to register your interest in this requirement. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e1f2c516-7632-4e14-a450-59be6a507899 | | Notice type | Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Not specified | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 25 Jun 2019 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 28 Jun 2019 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planning | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | 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 | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment ### Codes - 35512400 - Unmanned underwater vehicles ## Release History - 25 Jun 2019 at 08:45 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e1f2c516-7632-4e14-a450-59be6a507899 - 14 Jun 2019 at 14:10 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e1f2c516-7632-4e14-a450-59be6a507899 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e1f2c516-7632-4e14-a450-59be6a507899 25th June 2019 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e586150e-f727-4f75-b404-0afd37af5b8c PR18168 NOC Prior Information Notice ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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