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title: "Network Testing Equipment for the Disruptive Innovation for Space Centre (D.I.S.C.)"
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# Network Testing Equipment for the Disruptive Innovation for Space Centre (D.I.S.C.)

Buyer: SATELLITE APPLICATIONS CATAPULT LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e0931308-032c-4280-8d61-3f81772868f3

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## Summary

The procurement process for the Network Testing Equipment for the Disruptive Innovation for Space Centre (D.I.S.C.) is conducted by Satellite Applications Catapult Limited, located in Didcot, England. The initiative is classified under the Networks category within the CPV framework and involves a total value of £150,000. This open procedure tender was published on 21 February 2019, and submissions were accepted until 14 March 2019. The contract, starting on 21 March 2019, extends until 20 March 2022.

This tender presents opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) particularly those involved in the supply and support of network-related goods. Businesses that specialise in technological services, especially those with a focus on network equipment, would be well-suited to compete. Engaging in this contract could facilitate growth in the space innovation sector, leveraging the capabilities of SMEs to contribute to a key area of public sector technological advancement.

## Notice

Supply & support of items as detailed within the attached specification documents.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/afb7db02-a396-4833-a269-ff504f4d3d41 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Apr 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Mar 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Mar 2019 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2019 - 20 Mar 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £150,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| 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 |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PHOENIX DATACOM |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

### Codes

- 32400000 - Networks

## Release History

- 17 Apr 2019 at 13:33 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/afb7db02-a396-4833-a269-ff504f4d3d41
- 11 Mar 2019 at 16:59 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/06ec2a25-5476-4dda-99ec-1c2f0c27dc34
- 21 Feb 2019 at 18:30 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/06ec2a25-5476-4dda-99ec-1c2f0c27dc34

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/afb7db02-a396-4833-a269-ff504f4d3d41
  17th April 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/06ec2a25-5476-4dda-99ec-1c2f0c27dc34
  11th March 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d7858b07-a6c0-4b8d-812f-ae17915b77dd
  Invitation documents
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/16228e31-95f5-46e4-8c78-e3e79fa18b30
  Terms of Purchase
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/81acdbeb-f8a0-48a6-8544-4dad225fb44e
  Q&A generated in the process

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