Negotiated Procedure Conducted Pursuant to Art. 135 and in Compliance with the Principles of Arts. 1, 2, and 3 of Legislative Decree No. 36/2023 and Subsequent Amendments, as well as Art. 54 of the Regulation on Administration, Finance, and Accounting for the Award of Research and Development Services Related to 'Raising the Technological Level of Scientific Instruments for the Earth-Moon-Mars (EMM) Project' within the Framework of the National Recovery and Resilience Plan (PNRR) Mission 4, - 'Education and Research' - Component

The Italian Space Agency (ASI) is conducting a negotiated procedure for research and development services focused on enhancing the technological readiness level (TRL) of scientific instruments for the Earth-Moon-Mars (EMM) project, as part of the National Recovery and Resilience Plan (PNRR). This specific tender concerns the LETO payload, an infrared spectrometer designed for monitoring Earth's thermal emissions. The contract falls under Services, with a CPV code for R&D services. The procedure was negotiated without prior tender publication. The location is Rome, Italy. The estimated value was EUR 1,150,000.00, and the contract was awarded to Thales Alenia Space Italia S.p.A for EUR 1,119,504.00.

This is a services contract in the information and communication technology sector. Located in Italy, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of EUR 1.1 million.

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