Tender

PS24242 - Regulatory Sandbox for Rendezvous Proximity Operations

DSIT

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Tender

07 Oct 2024 at 19:43

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) is seeking bids for the project titled "PS24242 - Regulatory Sandbox for Rendezvous Proximity Operations." This procurement falls under the industry category of research and development services and related consultancy services. It covers various locations including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, the Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. The procurement is in the tender stage, with the period ending on 11th November 2024 at 11:00 am. The contract is scheduled to commence on 2nd December 2024 and conclude on 31st March 2025. This open procedure (above threshold) is managed through the Jaggaer eSourcing Portal, and any bids must be submitted via this platform.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses engaged in space technology and regulatory consultancy to align with the UK's space regulatory reforms. By participating, companies can gain a foothold in the innovative domain of Rendezvous Proximity Operations (RPO), thus enhancing their profiles and expanding their business operations. The procurement is especially suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) aiming to contribute to and benefit from the UK’s goal of leading in space technology and innovation. This project promises future collaboration prospects and regulatory certainty for operators within this emerging technology area.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PS24242 - Regulatory Sandbox for Rendezvous Proximity Operations

Notice Description

The final date and time for the submission of bids is Monday 11th November 2024 at 11:00am DO NOT apply directly to the buyer. All tender information MUST be submitted through the Jaggaer eSourcing Portal. Introductions The UK Government is implementing a wide-ranging package of space regulatory reforms, identified in the Space Regulatory Review (May 2024). This tender is to establish a Rendezvous Proximity Operations (RPO) Sandbox, which is a part of these wider reforms and will help provide operators with greater regulatory certainty and an UK appropriate regulatory framework. The Sandbox will support the UK's ambitions in securing a world-leading position in this emerging technology area to drive growth and enable innovation and ensure that the new and existing technology can be adopted safely. Please ensure you review all attached information to ensure a full understanding of this requirement. All attachments can be found with the Supplier Attachments tab within the Jaggaer eSourcing Portal. This contract will be awarded based on the evaluation criteria as set out in the RFP document. How to Apply UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) will be using the Jaggaer eSourcing Portal for this procurement. To register on the Jaggaer eSourcing portal please use the link https://beisgroup.ukp.app.jaggaer.com/ and follow the instructions to register as a supplier. If you are already registered on the Jaggaer eSourcing Portal and wish to participate in this procurement, please use the link: https://beisgroup.ukp.app.jaggaer.com/. Once you are logged into the system you will be able to locate the Procurement you wish to leave a bid on by clicking the ITTs Open to All Suppliers and searching for the reference number itt_1775 or PS24242.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2b105aa5-3615-44a8-9f38-203795306910
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
£194,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Dec 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DSIT
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

Further Information

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