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PS25334 - Space bond market research (UKSAC25_0103)

UK SBS

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17 Feb 2026 at 10:22

Summary of the contracting process

The UK Space Agency, through UK SBS, conducted a procurement process for space bond market research, specifically under the title PS25334 - Space bond market research (UKSAC25_0103). The procurement fell within the research services category and spanned delivery locations including the United Kingdom and various territories and regions worldwide. This tender reached the award stage on 28th January 2026, with a contract timeframe from 4th February to 31st March 2026. The procurement was executed via a selective method, as part of a mini competition on the RM6126 Research and Insights Framework, offering a contract worth £37,850 GBP. The opportunity was particularly targeted at SMEs, although not specifically designed for voluntary or charitable organisations.

Businesses specialising in research services, especially those with expertise in market analysis related to the space sector, can leverage this contract to showcase their capabilities and potentially expand their portfolio within public sector contracts. The procurement offers growth opportunities for SME businesses with the ability to meet research requirements spanning diverse geographical markets, covering from British Overseas Territories to Europe and beyond. This project, awarded to The Visionarys Ltd, exemplifies a pathway for SMEs to engage in substantial government-supported research endeavours and contribute significantly to the space industry development efforts facilitated by national agencies.

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Notice Title

PS25334 - Space bond market research (UKSAC25_0103)

Notice Description

***Please note this is an award notice, not a call for competition**** UK Space Agency had a requirement for PS25334 - Space bond market research (UKSAC25_0103). This was procured via mini competition on the RM6126 Research and Insights Framework.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-20ca6d55-0db7-4242-a7e0-a4403d94ad4d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f0032a24-5518-4de3-a77f-7ac1429a5cbd
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£37,850 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£37,850 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Feb 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
9 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
4 Feb 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK SBS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

THE VISIONARYS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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