Award

PS25137 - UKSAC25_0049 - Unlocking Space for Investment - Investor Pathway

UK SBS

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Award

14 Aug 2025 at 12:51

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, led by UK SBS, pertains to the "PS25137 - UKSAC25_0049 - Unlocking Space for Investment - Investor Pathway" project, classified under research and development services, specifically within the space sector. Taking place across various regions including the United Kingdom and worldwide, this procurement is currently at the Award stage following its conclusion via a selective process under the CCS RM6235 Space-Enabled and Geospatial Services Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS). The contract commenced on 28th July 2025 and will span until 31st March 2026, with the tender period ending on 11th July 2025. Critical dates involved include the award date on 24th July 2025 and publication on 14th August 2025.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs looking to engage with the UK's burgeoning space sector. The award invites firms, such as Exotopic Limited, which has been selected as the supplier for the project, to collaborate in creating an Investor Pathway programme designed to boost private investment in the sector. Businesses with expertise in delivering programmes or consultancy services within the research and development field, particularly those focused on space and geospatial services, are especially well-suited to this type of procurement. The emphasis on collaboration with the UKSA and adaptation to market needs indicates promising prospects for firms aiming to establish strong ties and drive investment within this rapidly evolving industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PS25137 - UKSAC25_0049 - Unlocking Space for Investment - Investor Pathway

Notice Description

***** THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded following a mini competition under the CCS RM6235 Space-Enabled and Geospatial Services DPS. Brief Description of Requirement The USI team are seeking a capable and experienced delivery partner (or consortium of delivery partners) to design and deliver the next iteration of the Investor Pathway, a targeted learning and engagement programme aimed at catalysing investment into the UK space sector by diversifying the number of investors actively engaging with it and building their confidence and capability. The Investor Pathway is a key component of USI's broader work to unlock private capital for the space sector and will be delivered in close coordination with other USI initiatives. Delivery partners are expected to collaborate closely with UKSA and the wider ecosystem to ensure aligned delivery, reinforce programme outcomes, and remain responsive to evolving market needs.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3190475f-4840-48a5-85ee-cb1b00ad0936
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e18a349d-ab9d-4b61-bc87-084695aca37e
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
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£301,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
11 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
27 Jul 2025 - 31 Mar 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 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

EXOTOPIC

Further Information

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