Tenders are invited for ARGONAUT X-Band Travelling Wave Tube Amplifier OHB System AG, a subsidiary of the European space and technology group OHB SE, is acting as subcontractor to Thales Alenia Space (TAS-I) who has been contracted by the European Space Agency (ESA) as prime Contractor for the realization of the ARGONAUT Lunar Descent Element (LDE). Under its subcontract, OHB is responsible for the EPS, TT&C and GNC subsystems up to flight readiness. The objective of the present procurement is the selection of the subcontractor for the Argonaut LDE X-Band Traveling Wave Tube Amplifier (X-TWTA). As part of the TT&C subsystem, the X-TWTA is the responsible to provide the downlink signal sufficient RF power so the LDE can establish a successful downlink with the Ground Stations on Earth. The procurement of the X-TWTA will be conducted in line with the ESA Best Practices for the Selection of Subcontractors by Prime Contractors in the frame of ESAs Major Procurements (reference ESA BEST PRACTICES IPC(2012)65, rev.2). Notwithstanding the complete list of countries identified in the Special Provision for visibility purposes, the ITT letter of invitation will contain a dedicated set of geographical return requirements/targets to be considered. Tender Link : https://esastar-publication-ext.sso.esa.int/nonEsaTenderActions/filter/open
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