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title: "Positioning, Orientation and Timing for Assets in Space using Global Navigation Satellite Systems-Like Signals"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-03d779"
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# Positioning, Orientation and Timing for Assets in Space using Global Navigation Satellite Systems-Like Signals

Buyer: SATELLITE APPLICATIONS CATAPULT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-03d779

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## Summary

The Satellite Applications Catapult has initiated a tender process for the provision of services related to the analysis of a GNSS-like system for assets in space. The title of the tender is "Positioning, Orientation and Timing for Assets in Space using Global Navigation Satellite Systems-Like Signals." The procurement falls under the space transport services category and is located in Harwell, Oxfordshire, UK. The stage of the procurement process is at the award stage, with the contract signed on 30th August 2023 for a value of £65,000.

This opportunity is suited for businesses involved in space transport services, systems and technical consultancy services, and IT services. Interested parties must be registered on the MyTenders portal to participate. The tender presents a chance for providers to engage in simulated analysis of a GNSS-like system and comparison with existing GNSS constellations. The procurement method used is an open procedure, allowing fair competition among suppliers for this contract.

## Notice

The Satellite Applications Catapult is seeking a suitable provider to perform simulated analysis of a GNSS-like system for the position determination of assets in space, as well as timing, phase and frequency transfer. Comparison to existing GNSS constellations (GPS, Galileo, etc.) is to be carried out. Analysis will also be carried out on the effects of the use of different frequencies, as well as transmitter power and separation. Simulation files created by the provider will be delivered to the Satellite Applications Catapult alongside documentation detailing the results, and instructions allowing the work to be carried forward.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The Satellite Applications Catapult is seeking a suitable provider to perform simulated analysis of a GNSS-like system for the position determination of assets in space, as well as timing, phase and frequency transfer. Comparison to existing GNSS constellations (GPS, Galileo, etc.) is to be carried out. Analysis will also be carried out on the effects of the use of different frequencies, as well as transmitter power and separation. Simulation files created by the provider will be delivered to the Satellite Applications Catapult alongside documentation detailing the results, and instructions allowing the work to be carried forward. Additional information: Further information relating to the scope is restricted and will be provided separately from this ITT document. Bidders will be required to sign a non-disclosure agreement before the full concept information is shared.

Renewal: The contract will have 1 option to extend for up to 12 months, making the potential ultimate end date 31/03/2025. Any extension is to be agreed by both Parties and formalised via a signed contract change notice.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032880-2023 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Nov 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Aug 2023 |
| Future notice date | 30 Jun 2023 |
| Award date | 29 Aug 2023 |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2023 - 31 Mar 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £65,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## 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) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | GMV NSL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 60500000 - Space transport services
- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
- 72220000 - Systems and technical consultancy services

## Release History

- 7 Nov 2023 at 09:39 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032880-2023
- 11 Jul 2023 at 11:42 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019768-2023
- 19 Jun 2023 at 13:15 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017344-2023

## Notice URLs

- http://www.sa.catapult.org.uk
- https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/public-procurement-review-service-scope-and-remit
- https://www.mytenders.co.uk/
- https://www.mytenders.co.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA42845

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