New Alice Springs Ground Station Draft Specification

Closes in 11 daysSubmission deadline: 03 November 2026, 05:00 PM Australia/Sydney

About this tender

Overview Geoscience Australia is inviting industry feedback on the draft Function and Performance Specification (FPS) and Operational Concept (OCD) documents for the proposed New Alice Springs Ground Station (N-ASGS). About These documents articulate Geoscience Australia's proposed operational requirements, functional outcomes, performance expectations, and intended concept of operations for the N-ASGS. Purpose Geoscience Australia is seeking industry feedback to ensure its requirements are achievable and aligned with current and emerging industry capabilities and best practices. Instructions to Respondents This Request for Information is being conducted for information-gathering purposes only. It is not a procurement process, does not constitute an approach to market for the acquisition of goods or services, and does not create any obligation for Geoscience Australia to proceed with any future procurement activity or enter into any contractual arrangement. Enquiries Contact: Tenders Officer Email: tenders@ga.gov.au

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