--- title: "Provision of satellite-based systems and services as part of an R&D In-Orbit Demonstration of Quantum Key Distribution" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-e0204290-9100-49fb-88de-a3dc25a65ffc" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-e0204290-9100-49fb-88de-a3dc25a65ffc" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e0204290-9100-49fb-88de-a3dc25a65ffc.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e0204290-9100-49fb-88de-a3dc25a65ffc.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF YORK" published: "2021-11-09" --- # 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-e0204290-9100-49fb-88de-a3dc25a65ffc [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-e0204290-9100-49fb-88de-a3dc25a65ffc) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e0204290-9100-49fb-88de-a3dc25a65ffc.json) ## Summary The University of York is seeking tenders for the provision of satellite-based systems and services related to a research and development project for an In-Orbit Demonstration of Quantum Key Distribution. This procurement, classified under satellite platforms (CPV 32534000), has a total value of £1,600,000 and is conducted through an open procedure, with submissions due by 12:00 on 9th December 2021. The project will be based in York, Yorkshire and the Humber, and the contract period is expected to commence on 1st February 2022 and conclude by 31st December 2024. This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in satellite technology, systems integration, and launch services. Companies with capabilities in quantum communications and related satellite operations may find this contract particularly advantageous, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) seeking to expand their portfolio within the high-technology sector. Engaging with this procurement could significantly enhance business growth and establish partnerships in innovative R&D projects. ## 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/55c3ca51-0bca-4aae-90de-834b9881dde0 | | 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 | 9 Nov 2021 | | Submission deadline | 9 Dec 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Feb 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 - 9 Nov 2021 at 09:41 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/55c3ca51-0bca-4aae-90de-834b9881dde0 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/55c3ca51-0bca-4aae-90de-834b9881dde0 9th November 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/york/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## 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. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-e0204290-9100-49fb-88de-a3dc25a65ffc. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e0204290-9100-49fb-88de-a3dc25a65ffc.json.