Ubiquitous Connectivity Framework

Concepts

• research and development
• didcot
• research and technology organisation
• ubiquitous connectivity framework
• delivery objectives of our ubiquitous connectivity
• dynamic framework
• ubiquitous connectivity team
• satellite applications catapult
• rto df
• consultancy services

Location

Oxfordshire: Harwell

Description

The Satellite Applications Catapult is seeking to establish a Research and Technology Organisation (RTO) Dynamic Framework (DF) to support the delivery objectives of our Ubiquitous Connectivity (UC) team. The main objective of the UC team is to deliver on collaborative projects in partnership with consortium members for different types of customers ranging from end-users, industry, government/councils, LEPs etc. The framework is need for the following reasons. Firstly, we recognise that there are some areas of expertise which may not exist with the team, therefore this framework will hopefully fill these gaps. Secondly, in periods of peak project load, the framework will allow the offloading of work while the team takes a more supervisory role. Thirdly, it is hoped that the framework will support more efficient processes that will allow access to off-the-shelf as well as cutting edge technologies, solutions and products which will support us not only in the timely delivery through efficient purchases but also be in the forefront of innovation. As an RTO, the Satellite Applications Catapult is planning to let an RTO DF for the purpose of supporting our Ubiquitous Connectivity team. The initial term of the DF is intended to be 2 years with options to extend built in. The DF is intended to be structured into fourteen lots as outlined in this PIN. 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 but will otherwise require no further action to remain on the DF. Additional information:

Lot Division

CPV Codes

• 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
• 71316000 - Telecommunication consultancy services
• 71318000 - Advisory and consultative engineering services
• 71320000 - Engineering design services
• 71350000 - Engineering-related scientific and technical services
• 71356000 - Technical services
• 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services
• 73210000 - Research consultancy services
• 73220000 - Development consultancy services
• 64000000 - Postal and telecommunications services
• 32000000 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment
• 32500000 - Telecommunications equipment and supplies
• 32324310 - Satellite antennas
• 32530000 - Satellite-related communications equipment
• 71336000 - Engineering support services

Other Information

Please register your interest in this opportunity on the MyTenders portal no later than COP on 26/10/2022 in order to receive updates on the procurement activity. In the meantime, if you have any questions please do issue those via the MyTenders portal. ** PREVIEW NOTICE, please check Find a Tender for full details. ** To participate, interested parties must be registered on the MyTenders portal with up-to-date contact details to include company name and email. If you have any issues please contact procurement@sa.catapult.org.uk NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the myTenders Web Site at https://www.mytenders.co.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=227707. (MT Ref:227707)