RFP QuestBeta
ClosedStage · contract

University of York

Provision of satellite-based systems and services as part of an R&D In-Orbit Demonstration of Quantum Key Distribution - AWARD

Communications EquipmentCPV 32534000 60510000
Value£1.6m
Deadline8 Feb 2022
Published6 Sept 2022
RegionYorkshire and the Humber
Timeline
Published 6 Sept 2022ClosedCloses 8 Feb 2022
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£1.6mtotal contract value
median £101k
this tender£0£2.9m

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The brief

The UK Quantum Communications Hub, led by the University of York, and part of the UK National Quantum Technologies Programme, is developing a quantum science payload for a satellite-to-ground In-Orbit Demonstration (IOD).

The IOD is an R&D mission, whose main focus is the payload, which includes novel quantum key distribution sources communicating with corresponding receivers in a dedicated Hub Optical Ground station in the UK adapted for the purpose.

Suppliers are invited to submit proposals for the satellite, systems, and services required to deliver and support the IOD.

The requirement includes a dedicated or shared satellite host for the payload, operating in Low Earth Orbit; integration and testing of the payload in the satellite.

A launch and early operations phase (LEOP) is also required, together with post-LEOP satellite operations for the duration of the IOD, which is expected to last for least 12 months.

Key requirements

What the supplier must deliver

01

The UK Quantum Communications Hub, led by

The UK Quantum Communications Hub, led by the University of York, and part of the UK National Quantum Technologies Programme, is developing a quantum science payload for a satellite-to-ground In-Orbit Demonstration (IOD).

02

Suppliers are invited to submit proposals

Suppliers are invited to submit proposals for the satellite, systems, and services required to deliver and support the IOD.

03

The requirement includes a dedicated or shared

The requirement includes a dedicated or shared satellite host for the payload, operating in Low Earth Orbit; integration and testing of the payload in the satellite.

04

A launch and early operations phase (LEOP)

A launch and early operations phase (LEOP) is also required, together with post-LEOP satellite operations for the duration of the IOD, which is expected to last for least 12 months.

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