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Following this, it is our intention to make some changes to this procedure in response to supplier feedback. We would like to invite suppliers to a webinar to outline these updates on Thursday the 16th of July 14:00 - 15:00. We will be outlining a number of changes to the procedure:\n* Splitting the original contract (UKSAC26_0005) into two separate contracts. This contract (UKSAC26_0046) will cover the manufacture of the radar capability (including software capabilities). It will not cover the enabling works associated with the radar, though the appointed supplier will be expected to support installation and to work with DSIT and the appointed infrastructure contractor to ensure successful installation and handover. UKSAC26_0047 will cover the enabling works and installation of the radar.\n* We will update on our position in relation to international primes in relation to this tender. It is still DSIT's intention to issue this procurement as a national security exempt procedure, but we have listened to feedback and considered how to better manage the security risks associated with this tender.\n* We will provide an update on the anticipated location of deployment based on the feasibility study currently underway. \n* We will provide an update on the anticipated timetable and procedure, which we expect to remain broadly similar to that set out at the previous pre-market engagement event. \nIf you wish to attend the webinar, please email commercial@ukspaceagency.gov.uk. We will offer a limited number of 1:1 engagement slots on the same basis as before following the webinar (these sessions will be minuted and the contents kept confidential to the project team) - we will prioritise these slots for those companies intending to prime the radar equipment tender (not the infrastructure tender, which separate pre-market engagement will be undertaken for). 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It is expected that this radar system will operate as a key national asset, providing enhanced detection, tracking and custody of resident space objects, particularly small-size debris and operational satellites in Low Earth Orbit. 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This contract (UKSAC26_0046) will cover the manufacture of the radar capability (including software capabilities). It will not cover the enabling works associated with the radar, though the appointed supplier will be expected to support installation and to work with DSIT and the appointed infrastructure contractor to ensure successful installation and handover. UKSAC26_0047 will cover the enabling works and installation of the radar.** \nThe Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) intends to commence a competitive procurement for a sovereign, high-power (~1 MW class) space surveillance radar in the Southern Hemisphere to enhance the UK's Space Surveillance and Tracking (SST) and Space Domain Awareness (SDA) capability. It is expected that this radar system will operate as a key national asset, providing enhanced detection, tracking and custody of resident space objects, particularly small-size debris and operational satellites in Low Earth Orbit. It will deliver significant improvements to UK resilience, space safety, collision avoidance, re-entry monitoring, fragmentation detection and wider civil-military situational awareness objectives. \nThe procurement will cover all elements of sensor capability delivery, including (but not limited to): \n• Radar system design, manufacturing and/or acquisition (as necessary); \n• Provision of associated software capabilities required for operation of the radar system; \n• Support to installation, systems integration, alignment, testing and commissioning activities, working in conjunction with DSIT and the appointed infrastructure contractor; \n• Handover into operational service, associated documentation, training, and assurance materials; \n• Integration with NSpOC's wider operational architectures, tasking frameworks and national space safety processes. \n• Post-handover maintenance and support. \nPlanned Procurement Timelines: \nIt is DSIT’s intention to issue a Selection Questionnaire (SQ) on 21 September 2026. \nThe SQ will be will primarily seek: \n• Confirmation that suppliers possess the technical capability, capacity and experience required to design, manufacture and deliver a complex radar capability (including associated software) and to work effectively with delivery partners on installation and integration activities; \n• Confirmation that suppliers have access to staff with appropriate levels of security clearance to work on the project; \n• High level organisational information required for compliance, policy and national security assurance; \n• Initial declarations relating to proposed subcontracting arrangements, supply chain dependencies, and any international elements requiring review. \nEstimated Contract Value and Funding Position: \nThe estimated contract value is currently £25 million (excluding VAT). \nThis figure is indicative only at this stage and remains subject to: \n• Internal due diligence; \n• Confirmation of final scope; \n• Availability of programme funding; \n• Required UK Government approvals. \nDSIT reserves the right to adjust the estimated value as the procurement progresses and as greater clarity on technical scope, delivery model, and site requirements is established. \nAdditional Context: \nThe future radar system is expected to form a core component of the UK's long term sovereign SDA architecture, complementing existing UK and partner sensors, and integrating into NSpOC's operational mission system. The solution must therefore demonstrate resilience, high availability, environmental compliance, cyber security robustness, and suitability for operation within a secure, safety critical environment. \nA tender notice containing full details of the procedure, tendering stages and evaluation approach will be published following completion of the SQ stage and approval of the procurement strategy. \nRaytheon Systems Limited are currently undertaking a technical feasibility study to inform the specification of the radar system. 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Please note the timetable provided remains indicative and subject to internal approvals**\nThe UK Space Agency (UKSA), as part of the National Space Operations Centre (NSpOC) programme, intends to commence a competitive procurement for the deployment of a sovereign, high‑power (~1 MW class) space surveillance radar in the Southern Hemisphere (final location is still to be determined but bidders should note the requirement to deploy into the Southern Hemisphere) to enhance the UK's Space Surveillance & Tracking (SST) and Space Domain Awareness (SDA) capability.\nIt is expected that the radar system will operate as a key national asset, providing enhanced detection, tracking and custody of resident space objects, particularly small-size debris and operational satellites in Low Earth Orbit. It will deliver significant improvements to UK resilience, space safety, collision avoidance, re-entry monitoring, fragmentation detection, and wider civil-military situational awareness objectives.\nThe radar shall be capable of detecting a target with radar cross-section of -22 dBsm (approx. 5cm) at 1,000 km slant range, with probability of detection Pd ≥ 95% and probability of false alarm Pfa ≤ 10⁻⁵, using a Swerling 3 target fluctuation model with a maximum of 100ms integration time. The system shall produce Azimuth (0.01°), Elevation (0.01°), Range (10m), Range Rate (~0.1 m/s) and Radar Cross Section (supplier in m2) measurements. Values in brackets are 1 sigma uncertainties. The requirement is for 24 hour remote, autonomous operation and achieving 10,000 tracks per day at a minimum (equivalent to 417 tracks per hour). \nThe budget for this hardware requirement is capped at £25,000,000 exclusive of VAT and will cover the following elements:\n* Radar hardware (including, but not limited to, antenna systems, signal generation/timing/processing hardware, power systems, cooling and thermal management)\n* Radar software (noting the Authority is likely to specify software covers both edge and cloud elements, with a 10 year licence including free security and basic maintenance updates)\n* Software development to integrate software with wider Government systems (including capture and implementation of user stories/change requests to better exploit the equipment provided)\n* Two separate training courses - one focused on tasking/sensor capabilities and one focused on hardware support and maintenance\n* Obtaining spectrum rights and permissions: whilst the Authority will support the appointed contractor with this, responsibility will rest with the appointed contractor\n* Software and hardware support and maintenance for the initial 3 year contract term\n* Cyber assurance\n* Project and contract management (including interface with the infrastructure contractor)\n* Collaboration around installation and commissioning at final deployment location\nThe following is currently expected to be in scope of the infrastructure and enabling works contract, which is expected to be valued at £5,000,000 exclusive of VAT. Prospective bidders should note that at least some staff are likely to require SC or DV clearance for this requirement. To assist prospective bidders with planning, an indicative requirements list is provided below. Depending on final deployment location, some of these elements may not be required:\n* Planning investigation and, if required, planning consents\n* Site surveys and ground works (including environmental and site safety surveys)\n* Enabling works to prepare the site for radar deployment (e.g. construction of concrete base)\n* Site civils and foundations (design and build)\n* Power and data connectivity\n* Potential utilities connections as required (e.g. drainage) \n* Collaboration around installation and commissioning at final deployment location\n* Temporary or permanent access to site, as required\n* Site security (e.g. perimeter fencing, CCTV, gates)\n* Site support\n* Project and contract management (including interface with the radar hardware contractor)\nThe following is expected to be in scope of neither contract:\n* Ongoing utilities costs\n* Spare components (the radar contractor will be expected to include in the pricing schedule the cost of spare components)\nA suitable location for deployment has been identified but discussions cannot progress further until the actual equipment specification and characteristics are known. The appointed contractor will therefore be required to work closely with the Contracting Authority and the appointed infrastructure contractor to ensure successful deployment. Bidders will be provided with details of the broad location and constraining assumptions at PSQ stage to assist with technical responses, but should note the final location is unlikely to be disclosed until tender stage. The Contracting Authority will only enter into discussions relating to deployment locations with bidders under NDA, noting that detailed discussions will not be possible at SQ stage.\nPlease note the Contracting Authority will not respond to any further queries raised on the technical specification or conditions of participation at this point: these will need to be raised as formal clarifications at PSQ stage via the e-tendering portal.", "status": "planned", "items": [ { "id": "1", "additionalClassifications": [ { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "38115100", "description": "Radar surveillance equipment" } ], "relatedLot": "1" } ], "value": { "amountGross": 30000000, "amount": 25000000, "currency": "GBP" }, "procurementMethod": "selective", "procurementMethodDetails": "Competitive flexible procedure", "procedure": { "features": "This procedure will be exempt from Procurement Act 2023 requirements on grounds of national security, in accordance with Schedule 2, Paragraph 25 of the Procurement Act 2023. \nIt is expected that Requests to Participate will open week commencing the 14th of September. Interested suppliers will be required to complete a Non-Disclosure Agreement ahead of accessing the Preliminary Selection Questionnaire (PSQ). Suppliers will be required to complete the PSQ to determine eligibility, which will include a scored technical question with a minimum quality threshold and mandatory pass/fail conditions of participation. Suppliers who are successful at PSQ stage will then be invited to tender stage. \nThe Contracting Authority anticipates that invitations to tender will be issued on Monday 30th November. A dialogue stage is expected for successful tenderers between 15th February and 12th March 2027, followed by final tender submission on Friday 9th April 2027.\nThe Contracting Authority anticipates issuing outcomes and awarding the contract by 30th July 2027." }, "mainProcurementCategory": "goods", "aboveThreshold": true, "submissionMethodDetails": "Bidders will be required to have an executed NDA in place prior to the release of the Preliminary Selection Questionnaire. For the avoidance of doubt, the PSQ will NOT be released to any bidders without an NDA. Bidders are required to take steps to safeguard the information within the PSQ in their discussions with potential subcontractors. To obtain a copy of the NDA, please email details of your authorized signatory (name and email address) and authorized witness (name and email address) to uksa.commercial@dsit.gov.uk. \nThis procedure will be hosted on the Jaggaer e-procurement portal. Suppliers are required to register for both the Central Digital Platform (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/procurement-act-2023-short-guides/suppliers-how-to-register-your-organisation-and-first-administrator-on-find-a-tender-in-three-easy-steps-html) and Jaggaer e-procurement portal (https://beisgroup.ukp.app.jaggaer.com/). Suppliers should ensure they are registered on both by 23:59 on Thursday 10th September to ensure no delay in accessing PSQ documentation. \nPlease note the Contracting Authority will not extend PSQ submission deadlines for bidders who do not put NDAs in place or register with the digital portals by the deadlines specified above.", "submissionTerms": { "electronicSubmissionPolicy": "allowed", "languages": [ "en" ] }, "expressionOfInterestDeadline": "2026-10-30T23:59:00+00:00", "enquiryPeriod": { "endDate": "2026-10-09T23:59:00+01:00" }, "awardPeriod": { "endDate": "2027-08-01T23:59:59+01:00" }, "lots": [ { "id": "1", "status": "planned", "value": { "amountGross": 30000000, "amount": 25000000, "currency": "GBP" }, "selectionCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "economic", "description": "* Completion of a Financial Viability risk Assessment tool, where a score of high risk or above may result in exclusion\n* Subsidiaries will be required to complete a Parent Company guarantee" }, { "type": "technical", "description": "As this is a procedure exempt on National Security grounds, the Contracting Authority will require the following Conditions of Participation:\n* At least one member of the project team should hold SC or DV clearance by the time dialogue commences in February 2027\n* Software contractors/subcontractors will be required to hold at least Cyber Essentials Plus (or equivalent, at the Contracting Authority's discretion)\n* Software contractors/subcontractors will be required to provide results of a penetration test conducted by an independent third party on their systems in the last 12 months which shows evidence any critical vulnerabilities have been mitigated\n* Example of a previous contract relating to SDA equipment development, manufacture and/or deployment\n* 6-page summary of proposed technical solution and how this meets the specification set out. 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Please note the timetable provided remains indicative and subject to internal approvals**\nThe UK Space Agency (UKSA), as part of the National Space Operations Centre (NSpOC) programme, intends to commence a competitive procurement for the deployment of a sovereign, high‑power (~1 MW class) space surveillance radar in the Southern Hemisphere (final location is still to be determined but bidders should note the requirement to deploy into the Southern Hemisphere) to enhance the UK's Space Surveillance & Tracking (SST) and Space Domain Awareness (SDA) capability.\nIt is expected that the radar system will operate as a key national asset, providing enhanced detection, tracking and custody of resident space objects, particularly small-size debris and operational satellites in Low Earth Orbit. It will deliver significant improvements to UK resilience, space safety, collision avoidance, re-entry monitoring, fragmentation detection, and wider civil-military situational awareness objectives.\nThe radar shall be capable of detecting a target with radar cross-section of -22 dBsm (approx. 5cm) at 1,000 km slant range, with probability of detection Pd ≥ 95% and probability of false alarm Pfa ≤ 10⁻⁵, using a Swerling 3 target fluctuation model with a maximum of 100ms integration time. The system shall produce Azimuth (0.01°), Elevation (0.01°), Range (10m), Range Rate (~0.1 m/s) and Radar Cross Section (supplier in m2) measurements. Values in brackets are 1 sigma uncertainties. The requirement is for 24 hour remote, autonomous operation and achieving 10,000 tracks per day at a minimum (equivalent to 417 tracks per hour). \nThe budget for this hardware requirement is capped at £25,000,000 exclusive of VAT and will cover the following elements:\n* Radar hardware (including, but not limited to, antenna systems, signal generation/timing/processing hardware, power systems, cooling and thermal management)\n* Radar software (noting the Authority is likely to specify software covers both edge and cloud elements, with a 10 year licence including free security and basic maintenance updates)\n* Software development to integrate software with wider Government systems (including capture and implementation of user stories/change requests to better exploit the equipment provided)\n* Two separate training courses - one focused on tasking/sensor capabilities and one focused on hardware support and maintenance\n* Obtaining spectrum rights and permissions: whilst the Authority will support the appointed contractor with this, responsibility will rest with the appointed contractor\n* Software and hardware support and maintenance for the initial 3 year contract term\n* Cyber assurance\n* Project and contract management (including interface with the infrastructure contractor)\n* Collaboration around installation and commissioning at final deployment location\nThe following is currently expected to be in scope of the infrastructure and enabling works contract, which is expected to be valued at £5,000,000 exclusive of VAT. Prospective bidders should note that at least some staff are likely to require SC or DV clearance for this requirement. To assist prospective bidders with planning, an indicative requirements list is provided below. 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Please note the timetable provided remains indicative and subject to internal approvals**\nThe UK Space Agency (UKSA), as part of the National Space Operations Centre (NSpOC) programme, intends to commence a competitive procurement for the deployment of a sovereign, high‑power (~1 MW class) space surveillance radar in the Southern Hemisphere (final location is still to be determined but bidders should note the requirement to deploy into the Southern Hemisphere) to enhance the UK's Space Surveillance & Tracking (SST) and Space Domain Awareness (SDA) capability.\nIt is expected that the radar system will operate as a key national asset, providing enhanced detection, tracking and custody of resident space objects, particularly small-size debris and operational satellites in Low Earth Orbit. It will deliver significant improvements to UK resilience, space safety, collision avoidance, re-entry monitoring, fragmentation detection, and wider civil-military situational awareness objectives.\nThe radar shall be capable of detecting a target with radar cross-section of -22 dBsm (approx. 5cm) at 1,000 km slant range, with probability of detection Pd ≥ 95% and probability of false alarm Pfa ≤ 10⁻⁵, using a Swerling 3 target fluctuation model with a maximum of 100ms integration time. The system shall produce Azimuth (0.01°), Elevation (0.01°), Range (10m), Range Rate (~0.1 m/s) and Radar Cross Section (supplier in m2) measurements. Values in brackets are 1 sigma uncertainties. 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Depending on final deployment location, some of these elements may not be required:\n* Planning investigation and, if required, planning consents\n* Site surveys and ground works (including environmental and site safety surveys)\n* Enabling works to prepare the site for radar deployment (e.g. construction of concrete base)\n* Site civils and foundations (design and build)\n* Power and data connectivity\n* Potential utilities connections as required (e.g. drainage) \n* Collaboration around installation and commissioning at final deployment location\n* Temporary or permanent access to site, as required\n* Site security (e.g. perimeter fencing, CCTV, gates)\n* Site support\n* Project and contract management (including interface with the radar hardware contractor)\nThe following is expected to be in scope of neither contract:\n* Ongoing utilities costs\n* Spare components (the radar contractor will be expected to include in the pricing schedule the cost of spare components)\nA suitable location for deployment has been identified but discussions cannot progress further until the actual equipment specification and characteristics are known. 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It is expected that this radar system will operate as a key national asset, providing enhanced detection, tracking and custody of resident space objects, particularly small-size debris and operational satellites in Low Earth Orbit. It will deliver significant improvements to UK resilience, space safety, collision avoidance, re-entry monitoring, fragmentation detection and wider civil-military situational awareness objectives." }, { "releaseID": "047486-2026", "releaseDate": "2026-05-22T08:35:53+01:00", "releaseTag": [ "planning" ], "value": "**This notice relates to the same procurement as UKSAC26_0005 and represents an update to that procedure: it is not a procurement for a second radar capability** \n** In response to supplier feedback following pre-market engagement conducted in April 2026 as part of UKSAC26_0005, we have made a decision to split the original contract (UKSAC26_0005) into two separate contracts. This contract (UKSAC26_0046) will cover the manufacture of the radar capability (including software capabilities). It will not cover the enabling works associated with the radar, though the appointed supplier will be expected to support installation and to work with DSIT and the appointed infrastructure contractor to ensure successful installation and handover. UKSAC26_0047 will cover the enabling works and installation of the radar.** \nThe Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) intends to commence a competitive procurement for a sovereign, high-power (~1 MW class) space surveillance radar in the Southern Hemisphere to enhance the UK's Space Surveillance and Tracking (SST) and Space Domain Awareness (SDA) capability. It is expected that this radar system will operate as a key national asset, providing enhanced detection, tracking and custody of resident space objects, particularly small-size debris and operational satellites in Low Earth Orbit. It will deliver significant improvements to UK resilience, space safety, collision avoidance, re-entry monitoring, fragmentation detection and wider civil-military situational awareness objectives. \nThe procurement will cover all elements of sensor capability delivery, including (but not limited to): \n• Radar system design, manufacturing and/or acquisition (as necessary); \n• Provision of associated software capabilities required for operation of the radar system; \n• Support to installation, systems integration, alignment, testing and commissioning activities, working in conjunction with DSIT and the appointed infrastructure contractor; \n• Handover into operational service, associated documentation, training, and assurance materials; \n• Integration with NSpOC's wider operational architectures, tasking frameworks and national space safety processes. \n• Post-handover maintenance and support. \nPlanned Procurement Timelines: \nIt is DSIT’s intention to issue a Selection Questionnaire (SQ) on 21 September 2026. \nThe SQ will be will primarily seek: \n• Confirmation that suppliers possess the technical capability, capacity and experience required to design, manufacture and deliver a complex radar capability (including associated software) and to work effectively with delivery partners on installation and integration activities; \n• Confirmation that suppliers have access to staff with appropriate levels of security clearance to work on the project; \n• High level organisational information required for compliance, policy and national security assurance; \n• Initial declarations relating to proposed subcontracting arrangements, supply chain dependencies, and any international elements requiring review. \nEstimated Contract Value and Funding Position: \nThe estimated contract value is currently £25 million (excluding VAT). \nThis figure is indicative only at this stage and remains subject to: \n• Internal due diligence; \n• Confirmation of final scope; \n• Availability of programme funding; \n• Required UK Government approvals. \nDSIT reserves the right to adjust the estimated value as the procurement progresses and as greater clarity on technical scope, delivery model, and site requirements is established. \nAdditional Context: \nThe future radar system is expected to form a core component of the UK's long term sovereign SDA architecture, complementing existing UK and partner sensors, and integrating into NSpOC's operational mission system. The solution must therefore demonstrate resilience, high availability, environmental compliance, cyber security robustness, and suitability for operation within a secure, safety critical environment. \nA tender notice containing full details of the procedure, tendering stages and evaluation approach will be published following completion of the SQ stage and approval of the procurement strategy. \nRaytheon Systems Limited are currently undertaking a technical feasibility study to inform the specification of the radar system. The final deliverable from this work will be released to bidders who pass the SQ stage under NDA to ensure an equitable competition. \n**Please note the value of this procurement is indicative at this stage and subject to change**" }, { "releaseID": "073048-2026", "releaseDate": "2026-08-03T10:29:29+01:00", "releaseTag": [ "planning" ], "value": "**This notice supercedes UK3 Planned Procurement Notice reference 2026/S 000-009745, which was issued on 3rd February 2026. Please note the timetable provided remains indicative and subject to internal approvals**\nThe UK Space Agency (UKSA), as part of the National Space Operations Centre (NSpOC) programme, intends to commence a competitive procurement for the deployment of a sovereign, high‑power (~1 MW class) space surveillance radar in the Southern Hemisphere (final location is still to be determined but bidders should note the requirement to deploy into the Southern Hemisphere) to enhance the UK's Space Surveillance & Tracking (SST) and Space Domain Awareness (SDA) capability.\nIt is expected that the radar system will operate as a key national asset, providing enhanced detection, tracking and custody of resident space objects, particularly small-size debris and operational satellites in Low Earth Orbit. It will deliver significant improvements to UK resilience, space safety, collision avoidance, re-entry monitoring, fragmentation detection, and wider civil-military situational awareness objectives.\nThe radar shall be capable of detecting a target with radar cross-section of -22 dBsm (approx. 5cm) at 1,000 km slant range, with probability of detection Pd ≥ 95% and probability of false alarm Pfa ≤ 10⁻⁵, using a Swerling 3 target fluctuation model with a maximum of 100ms integration time. The system shall produce Azimuth (0.01°), Elevation (0.01°), Range (10m), Range Rate (~0.1 m/s) and Radar Cross Section (supplier in m2) measurements. Values in brackets are 1 sigma uncertainties. The requirement is for 24 hour remote, autonomous operation and achieving 10,000 tracks per day at a minimum (equivalent to 417 tracks per hour). \nThe budget for this hardware requirement is capped at £25,000,000 exclusive of VAT and will cover the following elements:\n* Radar hardware (including, but not limited to, antenna systems, signal generation/timing/processing hardware, power systems, cooling and thermal management)\n* Radar software (noting the Authority is likely to specify software covers both edge and cloud elements, with a 10 year licence including free security and basic maintenance updates)\n* Software development to integrate software with wider Government systems (including capture and implementation of user stories/change requests to better exploit the equipment provided)\n* Two separate training courses - one focused on tasking/sensor capabilities and one focused on hardware support and maintenance\n* Obtaining spectrum rights and permissions: whilst the Authority will support the appointed contractor with this, responsibility will rest with the appointed contractor\n* Software and hardware support and maintenance for the initial 3 year contract term\n* Cyber assurance\n* Project and contract management (including interface with the infrastructure contractor)\n* Collaboration around installation and commissioning at final deployment location\nThe following is currently expected to be in scope of the infrastructure and enabling works contract, which is expected to be valued at £5,000,000 exclusive of VAT. Prospective bidders should note that at least some staff are likely to require SC or DV clearance for this requirement. To assist prospective bidders with planning, an indicative requirements list is provided below. Depending on final deployment location, some of these elements may not be required:\n* Planning investigation and, if required, planning consents\n* Site surveys and ground works (including environmental and site safety surveys)\n* Enabling works to prepare the site for radar deployment (e.g. construction of concrete base)\n* Site civils and foundations (design and build)\n* Power and data connectivity\n* Potential utilities connections as required (e.g. drainage) \n* Collaboration around installation and commissioning at final deployment location\n* Temporary or permanent access to site, as required\n* Site security (e.g. perimeter fencing, CCTV, gates)\n* Site support\n* Project and contract management (including interface with the radar hardware contractor)\nThe following is expected to be in scope of neither contract:\n* Ongoing utilities costs\n* Spare components (the radar contractor will be expected to include in the pricing schedule the cost of spare components)\nA suitable location for deployment has been identified but discussions cannot progress further until the actual equipment specification and characteristics are known. 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