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title: "Development of the mathematical models for eLORAN groundwave and skywave propagation"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-066af4"
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buyer: "DEPARTMENT FOR SCIENCE, INNOVATION & TECHNOLOGY"
published: "2026-03-16"
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# Development of the mathematical models for eLORAN groundwave and skywave propagation

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR SCIENCE, INNOVATION & TECHNOLOGY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-066af4

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## Summary

The Department for Science, Innovation & Technology has awarded a contract for the "Development of the mathematical models for eLORAN groundwave and skywave propagation", focusing on advanced mathematical modelling within navigation equipment. The procurement process was completed through a direct method, classified as below threshold without competition. The project, located in the United Kingdom, falls under the public authority central government category and involves a funded research endeavour during March 2026, with the contracting period spanning from 4th March to 31st March 2026. The contract was signed on 3rd March and involves Cambridge University Technical Services Limited (CUTS), highlighting the relationship between academia and governmental projects.

This tender presents valuable opportunities for businesses specialising in mathematical modelling, navigation equipment, and innovative research, particularly those with expertise in signal propagation and environmental interactions. Large-scale enterprises, similar to Cambridge University Technical Services Limited, that possess capabilities for handling complex scientific research, would find this contract promising for business growth and technological advancements. Companies capable of integrating academic research into practical applications, especially within multi-layer environments like ice and seawater, could leverage this contract to enhance industry standing and expand their expertise in government-funded projects.

## Notice

Funded research project to develop advanced mathematical models for eLoran signal propagation, focusing on; the overlap zone (where ground and sky wave signals mix) and multi-layer environments (e.g., ice and seawater).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023470-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 4 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £99,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEPARTMENT FOR SCIENCE, INNOVATION & TECHNOLOGY |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1A 2EG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CAMBRIDGE UNIVERSITY TECHNICAL SERVICES LIMITED (CUTS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34933000 - Navigation equipment

## Release History

- 16 Mar 2026 at 12:36 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023470-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023470-2026
  16th March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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