Tenders/Quantum resistant key exchange and authentication mechanism for 5g non-terrestrial networks (artes 4.0 spl 4s 3d.026) - re-issue
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Quantum resistant key exchange and authentication mechanism for 5g non-terrestrial networks (artes 4.0 spl 4s 3d.026) - re-issue

European Space Agency (ESA) - Dir. of Connectivity Secure Comm.
Published: Nov 13, 2024
Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Source: ESA - European Space Agency

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About This Opportunity

Works contract award: Quantum resistant key exchange and. By European Space Agency (ESA) - Dir in International, ICT & digital. Sub-category: cybersecurity.

This is a works contract in the information and communication technology, security and defense and Research sectors, with a focus on Cybersecurity, Telecommunications and Scientific Research. Located in International, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of EUR 500,000.

Published through ESA - European Space Agency, a multilateral development bank that follows standardized international procurement guidelines. Projects funded by multilateral institutions are generally open to international bidders from eligible member countries for civil works in the information and communication technology sector. Works contracts of this nature generally require demonstrated experience in similar infrastructure projects, adequate equipment and technical personnel, and financial capacity including bank guarantees. This contract has already been awarded. The information is published for transparency and market intelligence purposes.

Description

The objective of this activity is to identify, analyse and test post quantum cryptographic solutions that are suitable for 5G Non-Terrestrial Network (NTN) key exchange and authentication. The activity will develop a testbed to implement and test identified post quantum cryptographic solutions.

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from ESA - European Space Agency and was originally published on November 13, 2024. Last refreshed 8 days ago. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About European Space Agency (ESA) - Dir. of Connectivity Secure Comm.

European Space Agency (ESA) - Dir. of Connectivity Secure Comm. has issued 147 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 4 currently open and 70 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Information & Communication Technology, Telecommunications, and Transport & Logistics. All notices are published for EL. Notices are distributed via ESA - European Space Agency. Most recent publication: May 1, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in International. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.

How can I submit a bid?

Visit ESA - European Space Agency to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions provided by the contracting authority.

Is this tender still open?

No — the contracting authority has selected an awardee for this notice. The record is kept for transparency and market intelligence.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by European Space Agency (ESA) - Dir. of Connectivity Secure Comm. in International. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.

What type of contract is this?

This is a Works contract in the Information & Communication Technology sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.

What is the estimated budget?

The estimated contract value is From €500,000. Bidders should ensure their proposals are consistent with this range and account for any local taxes and contract execution costs.

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Key Details

Submission Deadline
Feb 12, 2025
Deadline passed
Estimated Budget
From €500,000
Location
🌍International
Europe
Contract Type
Works
Eligibility
Firms / Consortiums
Language
English

Source

esa
ESA - European Space Agency
Multilateral

Contracting Authority

European Space Agency (ESA) - Dir. of Connectivity Secure Comm.
🌍International

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