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The Satellite Applications Catapult is seeking a Meeting and Visitor Management tool.

The Satellite Applications Catapult is seeking a suitable provider to supply a motion tracking and control system for industrial robots. The system must track multiple objects to sub-millimetre accuracy at frame rates up to 300Hz, record & report the results to an appropriate database and feedback updated target coordinates & orientations to robot controllers. It is anticipated that the total volume to be tracked is 25m x 18m x 6m. Software APIs to allow connection to other systems should be included as part of the costs. This includes integration to the Catapult’s robot systems (via ROS nodes) to allow near real-time updating of programmed positions and trajectories. It is expected that this would operate in a closed loop fashion where the reported position is analysed against the intended and commands sent to the robots to adjust their position. The tenderer should include for all necessary hardware, software licenses, installation, and training costs.

The Satellite Applications Catapult is seeking a suitable provider to develop its existing Vicon motion tracking system. The aim is to integrate the existing system into the Catapult’s robot systems via ROS nodes to allow near real-time updating of programmed positions and trajectories. It is expected that this would be a closed loop where the reported position is analysed against intended & commands sent to the robots adjusting their position. The existing system consist of 34 Vicon Vero 2.2 cameras and Vicon Tracker v 1.1.0 software. The system must track multiple objects to sub-millimetre accuracy at frame rates up to 300Hz, record the results in a database and feedback updated target coordinates/orientations to robot controllers. The total tracked volume is 27m x 7m x 8m. Software APIs to allow connection to other systems should be included as part of the costs. The tenderer should include for all necessary hardware, software licenses, installation, and training costs.

The Satellite Applications Catapult is seeking a supplier to provide a safety system for an expanded robotics facility at its Westcott facility. The safety system is essential to ensure that Catapult staff and clients are kept safe at all times. The facility will be a multi-robot system (including automated mobile robots and potentially a gantry system) housed in an area of 23m x 14m. The system must interface with all robots, be flexible enough to allow for their re-positioning in the facility as projects demand and control access to the robot area. The intention is for the updated facility to be a fully enclosed space with partition walls forming the safety barrier and dark room environment. Access to this area is intended to be controlled by the safety system from a central control room location and will include one roller shutter door, two double doors and one fire escape. It will be necessary to operate the robots in a lights-out environment with CCTV monitoring of the area.

The Satellite Applications Catapult is seeking a suitable provider to build a full-scale model of a space station module. The model will be used as part of the Catapult’s IOSM facility to evaluate robotics, tools, and techniques. The model is to be cylindrical and be 8m long and 4m diameter. It should be mounted on a suitable transport jig to allow movement around the facility to suit the needs of projects. This jig should include a method of locking it in place for test campaigns. The model should feature a framework suitable for mounting robots up to 30kg in weight externally and internally. Internally this framework should provide a 2.5m wide x 2.5m high working space within the model and allow the fitting of standard equipment racks based on the International Standard Payload Rack format. This should include a floor structure suitable for human operators. Externally the model should feature removable panels with suitable mounting points for equipment to be fitted as required.

The Satellite Applications Catapult is seeking a suitable provider to develop an automated orbital lighting system for is IOSM Facility. The system will be installed in the facilities dark room measuring 27m x 7m x 8m and contains robot systems to mimic spacecraft flight. It is expected to replicate orbital lighting conditions that accurately represent the lighting environment spacecraft will experience. As such, the system is expected to move light sources to replicate the effect of light emitting bodies (eg the sun) on spacecraft. Due to existing equipment mounted in the facility it is expected that the lighting system will be mounted to the walls or above (ceiling mounting is not possible). Movement of light sources is expected to be automated and programmable, ideally in coordination with the existing KUKA robots via ROS nodes. Light sources are to be included suitable to mimic sunlight encountered in orbit (approx. 6900 Kelvin). Light sources to be low weight & energy efficient.

The Satellite Applications Catapult is seeking a suitable provider to industrial robotics to support the development of its IOSM Robotics facility at Westcott Venture Park. The equipment covered under this notice form part of a larger program of works to increase the capacity and capability of the existing facility. It is intended that the equipment procured will complement existing equipment and therefore the supplier will be required to show how this will be achieved.

The Satellite Applications Catapult is seeking a suitable provider to an overhead gantry system that will enable simulation of orbital environments by off-loading the effect of gravity on a suspended object. The system provided will installed in a new Catapult facility and will cover an area of 15m x 15m x 7m (lxwxh) and capable of carrying a 200kg payload. The system will be required to suspend objects in a free-floating manner but be able to move the object in any direction when a force is applied to it, thus simulating the in-orbit dynamics experienced during contact between space craft. As such, 6 degrees of freedom are required at the attachment point. The system will need to utilise its own control system to enable this, but it must be possible to provide force, position, and trajectory data to external systems in a suitable format for data processing and control of other systems. Installation & commissioning of the system is to be included by the supplier.

The Satellite Applications Catapult is seeking a suitable provider to an overhead gantry system that will enable simulation of orbital environments by off-loading the effect of gravity on a suspended object. The system provided will installed in the Catapult’s existing facility and will cover an area of 15m x 7m x 7m (lxwxh) and capable of carrying a 100kg payload. The system will be required to suspend objects in a free-floating manner but be able to move the object in any direction when a force is applied to it, thus simulating the in-orbit dynamics experienced during contact between space craft. As such, 6 degrees of freedom are required at the attachment point. The system will need to utilise its own control system to enable this, but it must be possible to provide force, position and trajectory data to external systems in a suitable format for data processing and control of other systems. Installation & commissioning of the system is to be included by the supplier.

The Satellite Applications Catapult is seeking a qualified and experienced consultancy firm to provide expert business rates consultancy support for our organisation. Our organisation currently operates across two principal locations at Harwell Science & Innovation Park, Oxfordshire and the Westcott Venture Park, Buckinghamshire. Our portfolio mainly comprises leased properties under various terms and are of differing construction and use connected with the growth and development of the Space Industry. Our aim is to minimize our business rates liability while ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.

The Satellite Applications Catapult is seeking a suitable provider to perform simulated analysis of a GNSS-like system for the position determination of assets in space, as well as timing, phase and frequency transfer. Comparison to existing GNSS constellations (GPS, Galileo, etc.) is to be carried out. Analysis will also be carried out on the effects of the use of different frequencies, as well as transmitter power and separation. Simulation files created by the provider will be delivered to the Satellite Applications Catapult alongside documentation detailing the results, and instructions allowing the work to be carried forward.

The Satellite Applications Catapult (SAC) in partnership with the Buckinghamshire Local Enterprise Partnership (Bucks LEP) have invested in the development of a Drone Test and Development Centre (DTDC). This dedicated facility located on the Westcott Venture Park comprising of a set of drone workshops and hangars, 270 metres of horizonal or vertical take-off runway and four dedicated drone VTOL UAS pads, became operational in 2023. The facility provides the ground infrastructure for Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) operations and onward development of UAS and their associated technology, and now requires the deployment of dedicated management information systems to govern its airspace and to ensure safe operation in a complex operating environment. For more information please see the attached document.

We recognise that people who are motivated, engaged, supported, and understand their purpose, power organisational growth. It is critical for us to find the tool(s) that will help us to deliver this. Our goal is to be able to assess our employees' strengths and identify weaknesses; and help our employees to grow, develop and thrive. The Satellite Applications Catapult is seeking for a tool(s) to manage the following aspects of the employee’s life cycle: Lot 1 – Performance, Development and Engagement Tool Lot 2 – Learning and Development Tool Or Lot 3 – Combined Tool For more information about our requirement and the identified lots, please download the accompanying document. This process will be undertaken compliantly within regulations. Prospective suppliers may be asked to present to a panel of stakeholders to display their tools capability. We will be looking to publish the competition for this requirement over the next few weeks so please ensure that you have registered your interest on MyTenders to receive updates. In the meantime, if you have any feedback about our proposed lotting structure or the content in any of the lots as it stands, please send this through to procurement@sa.catapult.org.uk with the reference “SAC-PIN-24-005” in the subject line.

The Satellite Applications Catapult is seeking a reliable and experienced Manged Detection and Response (MDR) service provider to help enhance its cybersecurity defences, by replacing its current provider. The provider will be responsible for monitoring the company's endpoints, detecting, and responding to security incidents, and providing actionable insights to improve the company's overall security posture. The provider must have a deep understanding of the latest cyber threats and the tools and techniques used to prevent and mitigate them. The scope of work for the MDR service provider will include the following: Threat Intelligence Security Monitoring Incident Response; and Reporting and Analytics See more about each of these headings in the description of the procurement section.

The Satellite Applications Catapult is seeking a suitable provider to provide tendering contracts, due diligence and supplier and contract management services via an online platform or portal. The Satellite Applications Catapult is looking for a smart, interactive, cloud-based technology that can support us in our procurement and supply chain management processes. Due diligence of suppliers and the ongoing management of this element. E-Tendering portal to manage tender process from PIN to Award for a wide range of technology requirements. Must be suitable for public and commercial funding. Please see attached document for more information.

The Satellite Applications Catapult is seeking a reliable and experienced Manged Detection and Response (MDR) service provider to help enhance its cybersecurity defences, by replacing its current provider. The provider will be responsible for monitoring the company's endpoints, detecting, and responding to security incidents, and providing actionable insights to improve the company's overall security posture. The provider must have a deep understanding of the latest cyber threats and the tools and techniques used to prevent and mitigate them. The scope of work for the MDR service provider will include the following: Threat Intelligence Security Monitoring Incident Response; and Reporting and Analytics See more about each of these headings in the description of the procurement section.

The Catapult is inviting service providers with a reputable track record and experience to submit proposals in a bid to appoint a preferred service provider for the design, construction, storage and transportation of exhibition stands for a period of 5 years.

The Satellite Applications Catapult is looking to achieve the following things through smart, interactive, cloud-based technology: Researching specific markets or segments against tailorable factors. Example categories (non-exhaustive) are: Companies, Investments, Technologies, Business Events, Market Data, Product Launches, Funding calls etc. Intelligently (through algorithms which are user defined and intelligent) filter out false positives to make the results more focussed. Gathering relevant RSS feeds and news articles and presenting them in a user-friendly way. Sending out communications/alerts to audience groups e.g. an automate weekly UK Space sector news summary. Track and alert for information/news/RSS about a small set of specified companies e.g. We have supported company X with business support activity and company X get VC investment. API functionality to send information on companies we are tracking onto the CRM system automatically When searching include research materials e.g. search and signpost to IEEE papers.

The Satellite Applications Catapult is delighted to be working with a global engineering company on behalf of the Brazilian Government with support of the UK Embassy in Brazil, in phase 1 we have ensured this work encompasses a space element, to showcase the role and potential of satellite technology in this high profile environment and demonstrate the UK capability. The first phase (phase 1a) of this programme incorporated an Interferometric SAR (InSAR) analysis over a single site containing two Tailings Storage Facility structures of interest In phase 2 we will build upon this early demonstration of value to support the longer term future expansion to many more TSFs in one State. The Satellite Applications Catapult will be looking for a supplier to support our work and undertake Interferometric SAR (InSAR) Analysis using commercial Satellite data over multiple TSFs in one State.

The Satellite Applications Catapult is delighted to be working with a global engineering company on behalf of the Brazilian Government. With support of the UK Embassy in Brazil, in phase 1 we have ensured this work encompasses a space element, to showcase the role and potential of satellite technology in this high profile environment and demonstrate the UK capability. The first phase (phase 1a) of this programme incorporated an Interferometric SAR (InSAR) analysis over a single site containing two Tailings Storage Facility structures of interest. In phase 2 we will build upon this early demonstration of value to support the longer term future expansion to many more TSFs in one State. To support this work, the Satellite Applications Catapult are looking to procure a supplier to deploy a data distribution platform, to provide access to various datasets to distribute data to downstream decision support tools. The platform is anticipated to be based around the STAC and WFS Features API specifications.