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UKSAC25_0041 - In-Situ Resource Utilisation (ISRU) Technology Review

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED

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Summary of the contracting process

The UK Space Agency, in collaboration with the Department for Science, Innovation & Technology (DSIT), recently concluded a procurement process titled "UKSAC25_0041 - In-Situ Resource Utilisation (ISRU) Technology Review". This procurement focused on research and development services within the Space Enabled and Geospatial Services industry category. Managed by the UK Shared Business Services Limited, the contract was awarded following a selective call-off from a dynamic purchasing system under Crown Commercial Services. The procurement, aimed at reviewing ISRU technologies, was completed with a contract period from 18th July 2025 to 27th February 2026, and the services are to be delivered in the United Kingdom.

This tender provides substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in space technologies and consultancy services. Given its focus on ISRU, businesses with expertise in space research and development can leverage this opportunity to expand their portfolio and demonstrate their capabilities in a high-impact industry. Companies that are either small or medium enterprises (SMEs) or voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to engage in such opportunities to broaden their market reach and contribute to innovative advancements in the space sector. Frazer-Nash Consultancy Ltd, a large-scale consultancy, successfully secured this contract, reflecting the competitive nature and potential prestige associated with participating in such tenders.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UKSAC25_0041 - In-Situ Resource Utilisation (ISRU) Technology Review

Notice Description

***** THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded following a mini competition under the Crown Commercial Services, DPS, RM6235 Space Enabled and Geospatial Services Brief Description of Requirement The UK Space Agency is an executive agency of the Department for Science, Innovation & Technology (DSIT) and provides technical advice on the government's space strategy, supporting the UK space sector to deliver the government's vision. Space is a part of everyday life. Satellites underpin our national economy, from agriculture and banking to aviation and shipping, and support our national security. Space science provides critical data to understand and address global challenges such as climate change, while missions to explore our solar system unite nations and advance humanity's horizons.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ff07253c-cd18-4fae-b4db-f87754916600
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£49,960 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
4 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
17 Jul 2025 - 27 Feb 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
professionalservices@uksbs.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1FF
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FRAZER-NASH CONSULTANCY

Further Information

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