UKRI-2830 - BAS Antarctic Bases and Ship Satellite Internet Connectivity

Concepts

• telecommunications services
• cambridge
• satellite circuit rental
• satellite communications equipment

Location

Antarctica

Description

Satellite data connectivity for British Antarctic Survey vessels and stations. Engagement is sought with suppliers as to options for connectivity.

Total Quantity or Scope

The British Antarctic Survey (BAS) operates 5 Antarctic stations and the research vessel the RRS Sir David Attenborough. To ensure safe, efficient operation data connectivity is required. Due to the remote locations, satellite data services are required. Currently services are provided through a VSAT connection, however with the evolution of service options (i.e. Low Earth Orbit (LEO) connections) BAS is looking at options for future services including VSAT/LEO/Bandwidth Management and WAN integration and proposals for alternative options.

CPV Codes

• 64200000 - Telecommunications services
• 64214100 - Satellite circuit rental services
• 32530000 - Satellite-related communications equipment

Indicators

Other Information

A remote industry engagement event via Zoom, is to be held on 20th October at 10am - 12pm to set out our requirements, indicative timetable and to encourage input from industry as to likely options and solutions and potential costs. Interested attendees should email BASProcurement@ukri.org for an invitation and link for attendance. To view this notice, please click here: <a href="https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=802190321" target="_blank">https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=802190321 GO Reference: GO-2023103-PRO-24104858