--- title: "RTO Dynamic Framework for Space Based Solar Power" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0358de" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0358de" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0358de.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0358de.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "SATELLITE APPLICATIONS CATAPULT" published: "2022-08-04" --- # RTO Dynamic Framework for Space Based Solar Power Buyer: SATELLITE APPLICATIONS CATAPULT Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0358de [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0358de) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0358de.json) ## Summary The Satellite Applications Catapult is initiating a public procurement process for the "RTO Dynamic Framework for Space Based Solar Power" project, categorised under research and development services. This process is in the planning stage and interested parties are invited to express their interest by 2nd September 2022. The project aims to support a preliminary space-based solar power programme and is expected to be a multi-million-pound endeavour, although the exact value is yet to be determined. Additionally, the dynamic framework is structured into three lots and will involve delivery in Harwell, United Kingdom. This tender presents significant opportunities for growth in the space sector, particularly for businesses specializing in engineering services, technology development, and research and development consultancy. Firms that can offer expertise in areas such as project management, systems engineering, and integrated engineering design will be particularly well-suited to compete. The dynamic framework's reopening every six months will further create chances for new entrants and allow existing suppliers to refresh their capabilities, making it an attractive prospect for innovative companies in the field. ## Notice The Satellite Applications Catapult is seeking to establish an RTO Dynamic Framework to support the delivery of a space-based solar power programme. This is in a preliminary the exploration phase and is anticipated to be a multi-million-pound endeavour. The exact value is not yet known, hence why we have not provided an estimate as part of this PIN. ### Lot Information Programme and Engineering Management As a research and technology organisation (RTO), the Satellite Applications Catapult is planning to let an RTO Dynamic Framework (DF) for the purpose of supporting a space-based solar power programme. The initial term of the DF is intended to be 3 years with options to extend built in. The DF is intended to be structured into three lots: 1) Programme and Engineering Management, 2) Development and Manufacturing and 3) Spacecraft and Mission Engineering. The intention is that every 6 months the DF will be reopened for new submissions, allowing for new entrants to the marketplace to join. At this time existing DF suppliers will have the opportunity to refresh their rate cards and background IP declaration but will otherwise require no further action to remain on the DF. The terms and conditions of the DF are being appropriately defined around the technical readiness levels of the expected activities to be undertaken. Lot 1 - Programme & Engineering Management: Project & programme management, Systems Engineering, Engineering & Design Management and Digital Design Management. Additional information: Additional background information is provided in the downloadable document "SBSP RTO DF Supplier Presentation" where you will find additional detail on what we are trying to achieve and how you can register your interest. If you are having issues locating this document, please contact procurement@sa.catapult.org.uk to request a copy. Spacecraft and Mission Engineering As a research and technology organisation (RTO), the Satellite Applications Catapult is planning to let an RTO Dynamic Framework (DF) for the purpose of supporting a space-based solar power programme. The initial term of the DF is intended to be 3 years with options to extend built in. The DF is intended to be structured into three lots: 1) Programme and Engineering Management, 2) Development and Manufacturing and 3) Spacecraft and Mission Engineering. The intention is that every 6 months the DF will be reopened for new submissions, allowing for new entrants to the marketplace to join. At this time existing DF suppliers will have the opportunity to refresh their rate cards and background IP declaration but will otherwise require no further action to remain on the DF. The terms and conditions of the DF are being appropriately defined around the technical readiness levels of the expected activities to be undertaken. Lot 3 Spacecraft & mission engineering: Mission design & analysis (space & ground segment), Propulsion design, manufacture & testing, Spacecraft design & construction, Spacecraft verification & validation and Mission launch services. Additional information: Additional background information is provided in the downloadable document "SBSP RTO DF Supplier Presentation" where you will find additional detail on what we are trying to achieve and how you can register your interest. If you are having issues locating this document, please contact procurement@sa.catapult.org.uk to request a copy. Technology Development and Manufacturing As a research and technology organisation (RTO), the Satellite Applications Catapult is planning to let an RTO Dynamic Framework (DF) for the purpose of supporting a space-based solar power programme. The initial term of the DF is intended to be 3 years with options to extend built in. The DF is intended to be structured into three lots: 1) Programme and Engineering Management, 2) Development and Manufacturing and 3) Spacecraft and Mission Engineering. The intention is that every 6 months the DF will be reopened for new submissions, allowing for new entrants to the marketplace to join. At this time existing DF suppliers will have the opportunity to refresh their rate cards and background IP declaration but will otherwise require no further action to remain on the DF. The terms and conditions of the DF are being appropriately defined around the technical readiness levels of the expected activities to be undertaken. Lot 2 Technology Development & Manufacturing. Suppliers in Lot 2 will be expected to perform research and development and manufacturing tasks, including integrated engineering design (mechanical, electrical, software), simulation (e.g. finite element analysis, multiphysics simulation) and testing (e.g. validation and verification). Manufacturing tasks can include both the manufacturing of specific items as well as designing manufacturing processes and facilities. The technologies involved are those at the core of SBSP: Concentrator photovoltaics: chip development, power electronics, concentrator optics, systems integration; Wireless power transmission: antenna and rectenna, RF systems, power systems ground infrastructure; and Robotic assembly and servicing, including hardware and software. Additional information: Additional background information is provided in the downloadable document "SBSP RTO DF Supplier Presentation" where you will find additional detail on what we are trying to achieve and how you can register your interest. If you are having issues locating this document, please contact procurement@sa.catapult.org.uk to request a copy. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021388-2022 | | Notice type | Planning Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 4 Aug 2022 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 30 Sep 2022 | | 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 | Planned | | Lots status | Planned | | 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 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 34700000 - Aircraft and spacecraft - 34712000 - Spacecraft, satellites and launch vehicles - 71300000 - Engineering services - 71320000 - Engineering design services - 71323000 - Engineering-design services for industrial process and production - 71350000 - Engineering-related scientific and technical services - 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support - 72100000 - Hardware consultancy services - 72200000 - Software programming and consultancy services - 72212100 - Industry specific software development services - 72212461 - Analytical or scientific software development services - 72220000 - Systems and technical consultancy services - 72224000 - Project management consultancy services - 72262000 - Software development services - 72263000 - Software implementation services - 72265000 - Software configuration services - 72266000 - Software consultancy services - 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services - 73100000 - Research and experimental development services - 73110000 - Research services - 73120000 - Experimental development services - 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services - 73210000 - Research consultancy services - 73220000 - Development consultancy services - 73300000 - Design and execution of research and development - 73420000 - Pre-feasibility study and technological demonstration - 73430000 - Test and evaluation - 79421000 - Project-management services other than for construction work ## Release History - 4 Aug 2022 at 10:24 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021388-2022 ## Notice URLs - https://sa.catapult.org.uk/ - https://www.mytenders.co.uk/ - https://www.mytenders.co.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=227004 - https://www.mytenders.co.uk/helpandresources/website - https://www.mytenders.co.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA42845 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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