Ariel Satellite DataBase (SDB) Support - 3714479
The EUROPEAN SPACE AGENCY in France from Europe region had released this tender for Tenders are invited for Ariel Satellite DataBase (SDB) Support Ariel, as the fourth medium-class mission (M4) in the ESA Cosmic Vision Plan, following Solar Orbiter (M1), Euclid (M2) and Plato (M3) is planned for launch in 2029. Its mission aims at determining the chemical composition and physical conditions of the atmosphere for a set of exoplanets and encompasses a duration for a first phase of 6 months for the transit up to the Halo orbit at L2 position, the cooldown, and the commissioning, and an operational phase of 3.5 years. An extended mission lifetime of 2 years is also considered. In this framework, the objective of the present procurement is the selection of the contractor for the Satellite Database Support in accordance with the principles of “ESA Best Practices for the Selection of Subcontractors by Prime Contractors in the frame of ESA’s Major Procurements” (reference ESA BEST PRACTICES IPC(2012)65,rev.2). The Satellite database aims at gathering, sharing, controlling and configuring the main part of the technical data used by different actors of the project. It is a main input for the flight software (Central SoftWare or CSW) development/validation, for the Satellite AIT, and for Operations engineering activities (including the preparation of the Flight Operations manual and procedures). The Satellite database shall contain all the TM/TC and on-ground monitoring data, other data required by the CSW generation tool (software parameters, AOCS parameters, monitoring), equipment data, model parameters, system parameters, calibration parameters, limits, and other data needed by the CSW or the AIT. The scope of this procurement covers the work to be performed by the Database Support contractor in assistance to the Ariel Prime contractor during the implementation phase. The activity will be carried out at Airbus Ltd.’s premises in Stevenage, England, under a contract with them with tender notice no. 4000136420 published on 20 Oct 2023. The tender expired on 12 Dec 2023. This tender is sourced from Official Website and is eligible for suppliers interested in Satellites. Interested bidders can obtain further information including complete bid documents or ways to participate by registering on Tender Impulse and referencing via Tender Impulse ID 3714479.
*The deadline for this tender has passed.
Tender Notice No:
4000136420
Tender Organisation:
EUROPEAN SPACE AGENCY
Tender Sector:
Tender Service:
Worldwide
Tender Region:
Tender Country:
Tender CPV:
34712200 : Satellites
Tender Document Type:
Tender Notice
Tender Description:
Tenders are invited for Ariel Satellite DataBase (SDB) Support Ariel, as the fourth medium-class mission (M4) in the ESA Cosmic Vision Plan, following Solar Orbiter (M1), Euclid (M2) and Plato (M3) is planned for launch in 2029. Its mission aims at determining the chemical composition and physical conditions of the atmosphere for a set of exoplanets and encompasses a duration for a first phase of 6 months for the transit up to the Halo orbit at L2 position, the cooldown, and the commissioning, and an operational phase of 3.5 years. An extended mission lifetime of 2 years is also considered. In this framework, the objective of the present procurement is the selection of the contractor for the Satellite Database Support in accordance with the principles of “ESA Best Practices for the Selection of Subcontractors by Prime Contractors in the frame of ESA’s Major Procurements” (reference ESA BEST PRACTICES IPC(2012)65,rev.2). The Satellite database aims at gathering, sharing, controlling and configuring the main part of the technical data used by different actors of the project. It is a main input for the flight software (Central SoftWare or CSW) development/validation, for the Satellite AIT, and for Operations engineering activities (including the preparation of the Flight Operations manual and procedures). The Satellite database shall contain all the TM/TC and on-ground monitoring data, other data required by the CSW generation tool (software parameters, AOCS parameters, monitoring), equipment data, model parameters, system parameters, calibration parameters, limits, and other data needed by the CSW or the AIT. The scope of this procurement covers the work to be performed by the Database Support contractor in assistance to the Ariel Prime contractor during the implementation phase. The activity will be carried out at Airbus Ltd.’s premises in Stevenage, England, under a contract with them
Tender Bidding Type:
Tender Document:
- 1 week to go
- 15 Days to go
- More than 15 days to go
Get A Callback Within 24 Hours
Fill form below to get callback from Tender Experts.
Explore More Satellites Tenders in France, Europe, and Worldwide
Looking for more tenders like this one in Satellites? With over 11 million global procurement opportunities and new tenders added daily, Tender Impulse is your gateway to international and local contracting success. Whether you're targeting the IT-Software sector in France, or expanding across regions, we provide live, accurate, and relevant updates every day.
Our platform sources tenders from:
- National and local government portals
- International development and funding agencies
- Municipal corporations and state authorities
- NGOs, education ministries, and public-private partnerships
Daily Tender Updates Across 190+ Countries
Every day, we add hundreds of new RFPs, RFQs, EOIs, and contract awards across multiple sectors and geographies. This tender from France is just a sample of what's available right now.
Tender Impulse covers:
- Public procurement tenders
- International development projects
- Local municipal bids
- Private and PPP contracts
- Framework agreements and supply tenders
Search Smarter with CPV and Industry Matching
Each listing is categorized using CPV codes like 34712200, enabling precise filtering. Search by:
- Tender type: RFP, RFQ, EOI, GPN, Contract Awards
- Location: France, Europe, or global
- Industry: IT-Software
- Deadline and issue date
- Issuing organization or funding agency
Opportunities in Every Industry and Region
While you're viewing a tender in France, Tender Impulse offers access to tenders across:
- Asia, Europe, Africa, the Americas, and Oceania
- Defence, Energy, Healthcare, Construction, Education, IT, Agriculture, and more
- All CPV categories—from consultancy to infrastructure
Tools to Help You Succeed
Tender Impulse provides more than listings:
- Custom email alerts by CPV and location
- Downloadable bid documents and submission support
- Registration guidance and compliance tools
- Translation support for non-English tenders
- Proposal writing tips and examples
Stay Ahead with Real-Time Updates
Thousands of new tenders are added daily-across countries, sectors, and CPV codes. With Tender Impulse, you gain strategic insight, timely alerts, and a competitive edge.
Request a free live demo now to unlock tenders customized to your IT-Software, France, and Satellites categories.
Common Questions About This Tender
-
Who has issued this tender, and what is it for?
The tender has been issued by EUROPEAN SPACE AGENCY in France. Such a type of tender falls under Satellites, within the IT-Software Tenders sector, and is listed on Tender Impulse under notice number 4000136420.
-
What are the key dates for this tender?
The notice was published on 20 Oct 2023 and submissions close on 12 Dec 2023. Late bids are rarely accepted in public procurement, so aim to have your documents ready several days before the closing date.
-
Which CPV codes apply to this tender?
It is classified under CPV codes 34712200, which correspond to Satellites. If your company supplies these products or services, these are the codes to save in your alert profile so no matching tender passes you by.
-
Can I submit my bid for this tender to Tender Impulse?
No - and this matters. Tender Impulse is a tender aggregation and alert service: we collect procurement notices from official sources around the world and list them in one place. We do not receive, forward or evaluate bids. Your bid for this tender must be submitted directly to EUROPEAN SPACE AGENCY, using the method described in the original tender document, before 12 Dec 2023. Tender Impulse provides complete assistance in submitting all bids posted on its website.
-
How do I get the bid documents and participation details?
Request a live demo on Tender Impulse and our tender experts will walk you through this listing, share the available documents, and explain how to submit your bid to EUROPEAN SPACE AGENCY. Subscribers also receive help with registration requirements and, where needed, translation of non-English notices - but the submission itself always goes from you to the buyer.
-
How can I find more tenders like this in France?
There are currently 12098 live tenders of 294671 total tenders from France on Tender Impulse. You can browse them on our France tenders page, or save a search combining France with CPV codes {full_cpv_codes} - we will then email you every new match on the day it is published.
-
How to prepare for this bid?
Suppliers must verify technical specifications, the delivery schedules and any other intrinsic details as provided in the complete bid documents before deciding to submit their bids. All necessary certifications and supplier registrations must be undertaken before participation.
-
Is this tender beneficial for me?
The procurement is applicable to companies in the Satellites and related industries. If you belong to this industry, you can review the technical documents before assessing your relevance to your company.
-
What is the Procurement trend for Ariel Satellite DataBase (SDB) Support?
The public procurement trends for Ariel Satellite DataBase (SDB) Support can be assessed by viewing historical data and buying patterns for this product. Subscribed members can view and even download reports of tenders released in the past for their market research. This shall allow them to carefully prepare a compelling bid.
Latest Tenders by Region
Latest Tenders by Sector
Latest Tenders by Country
Success
Your action completed successfully.