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title: "RFQ FY21-02 Satellite based technologies for Columbian cacao"
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# RFQ FY21-02 Satellite based technologies for Columbian cacao

Buyer: SATELLITE APPLICATIONS CATAPULT  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d147446f-1b99-4a71-85aa-49c3491832af

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## Summary

The procurement process concerns the "RFQ FY21-02 Satellite based technologies for Columbian cacao" initiated by the Satellite Applications Catapult, based in Didcot, England. The project aims to engage a subcontractor to leverage satellite technologies for identifying production and supply risks in the Colombian cacao sector. This tender, classified under services with a focus on communication satellites, is currently in the active Tender stage. The procurement method is an open procedure, and interested parties should respond by 31 July 2020. The contract is set to commence on 10 August 2020 and will run until 31 May 2021, with a budget of £70,000.

This opportunity presents significant potential for businesses specialising in satellite communications, data analysis, and digital mapping services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that offer innovative solutions in weather data provision and supply chain risk assessments would find this tender particularly relevant. By participating, these businesses can expand their market presence while contributing valuable insights to the growing cacao industry in Colombia.

## Notice

To acquire a subcontractor to demonstrate the use of satellite-based technologies for the identification of production and supply risk in Colombian cacao through the provision of weather information/data and how this information translates to production & supply chain risk in the Colombian cacao sector.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e08f58d8-098e-4c1d-928c-ab003be83b56 |
| 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 | 14 Jul 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Jul 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 9 Aug 2020 - 31 May 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £70,000 |
| 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 |
| 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 | TLJ South East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment
- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 32530000 - Satellite-related communications equipment
- 35631100 - Communication satellites
- 71354100 - Digital mapping services
- 72212326 - Mapping software development services

## Release History

- 14 Jul 2020 at 16:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e08f58d8-098e-4c1d-928c-ab003be83b56

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e08f58d8-098e-4c1d-928c-ab003be83b56
  14th July 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.mytenders.co.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL160069
  NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the myTenders Web Site at the link provided.

## Notice URLs

- http://sa.catapult.org.uk/

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