UKRI-1489 LSTC Access Platform

Text to be corrected in the original notice: Place of text to be modified: Time limit for receipt of tenders or requests to participate Instead of: 21 July 2021 Time: 11:00 Read New: 11 August 2021 Time: 11:00 Place of text to be modified: Conditions for opening of tenders: Instead of: 21 July 2021 Time: 11:00 Read New: 11 August 2021 Time: 11:00 Other additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement. At UK Research and Innovation's (UKRI's) Science and Technology Facilities Council's (STFC's) site at Rutherford Appleton Laboratory (RAL); The National Satellite Test Facility (NSTF) is a new facility for the environmental testing of complete satellites and large sub-assemblies. It is being funded by the UK Government, developed and operated by RAL Space, and will provide comprehensive test facilities for both new and existing space companies.

RAL Space requires an Access Platform to aid the installation of satellites, satellite dispensers or subsystem into the Large Space Test (thermal vacuum) Chamber (LSTC).

The tender documentation describes the specification of the requirement and the process of submitting bids.