UK SBS MetOp Panel Mount Connector with ESCC 3402005 Validation

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The final date and time for the submission of bids has been extended to Monday 27th of February 2017 at 11:00 due to technical issues. DO NOT apply directly to the buyer. All tender information MUST be submitted through the CCS eSourcing Portal. Brief Description of Requirement The Meteorological Operational (MetOp) satellite programme is a joint operation by the European Space Agency (ESA) and the European Organisation for the Exploitation of Meteorological Satellites (Eumetsat) to provide weather data services to monitor the climate and to improve weather forecasts. MetOp-A was launched in 2006 with MetOp-B following in 2012 and the C version is being built by the Rutherford Appleton Laboratory's Space Division. The three satellites provide a continuous delivery of high-quality data for medium- and long-term weather forecasting and climate monitoring until 2020. The requirement RE17094 is for Huber + Suhner Astrolab connectors to the specification of 29109-V15-001 only. No alternatives will be accepted. Please ensure you review all attached information to ensure a full understanding of this requirement. All attachments can be found with the RFx attachments tab within the Emptoris System. This contract will be awarded based on the evaluation criteria set out in the ITQ document. How to Apply As part of the strategic alliance between UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) and Crown Commercial Service (CCS), UK SBS will be using the CCS eSourcing Suite for this procurement. To register on the CCS eSourcing portal please follow the details contained within the Additional Information section of this notice. If you are already registered on the CCS eSourcing portal and wish to register your interest in this opportunity please email; expressionofinterest@crowncommercial.gov.uk Your email must clearly state: •the name and reference for the procurement you wish to register for; •the name of the registered Bidder; •the name and contact details for the registered individual sending the email.