commissioning research to gather evidence to develop and support our understanding of the environmental impact of spacecraft launch - Extension.

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commissioning research to gather evidence to develop and support our understanding of the environmental impact of spacecraft launch - Extension.

Notice Description

The Department for Transport (DfT) is interested in commissioning research to gather evidence to develop and support our understanding of the environmental impact of spacecraft launch. There is a gap in understanding of the impact of rocket launches on atmospheric composition and climate, both for current and new rocket fuels. We want to understand the chemistry, volumes of exhaust entering the atmosphere, especially stratosphere, from rocket launch activities, its dispersion and their contribution to climate change. This research will allow DfT to understand whether there is an atmospheric issue from the effects of spacecraft launches and the potential size of the problem.

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Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID: ocds-b5fd17-39af90a2-6f5f-4d9b-8aba-797ba6d68309
Publication Source: Contracts Finder
Latest Notice: https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f9838eb0-ef62-4136-9133-01b8bc2195eb
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale: Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions: 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
CPV Codes: 73300000 - Design and execution of research and development

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value: £200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value: Not specified
Awards Value: £200,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value: Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date: 12 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline: 11 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date: Not specified
Award Date: 20 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period: 12 Mar 2025 - 31 Aug 2026 1-2 years
Recurrence: Not specified

Notice Status

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

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Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer: DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT
Contact Name: Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email: Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone: Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality: LONDON
Postcode: SW1P 4DR
Post Town: South West London
Country: England
Major Region (ITL 1): TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2): TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3): TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location: Not specified
Local Authority: Westminster
Electoral Ward: Vincent Square
Westminster Constituency: Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers: 1
Supplier Name: UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS

Further Information

Notice Documents

https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f9838eb0-ef62-4136-9133-01b8bc2195eb
12th June 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/57fbd0f6-db34-431d-b067-5a3110b01bbb
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