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PS24242 - Regulatory Sandbox for Rendezvous Proximity Operations

DSIT

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) has concluded a procurement process for the project titled "PS24242 - Regulatory Sandbox for Rendezvous Proximity Operations". This public procurement, classified under CPV 73000000 for Research and development services and related consultancy services, focused on establishing a Rendezvous Proximity Operations Sandbox. The project aims to support the UK's space sector by providing operators with a regulatory framework that encourages innovation and ensures safety. The procurement process has now reached the award stage, with the contract running from 19 December 2024 to 31 March 2025, covering delivery areas including the UK, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, and globally. The awarded contract is valued at £691,575, and results from an open procedure above threshold with no specific suitability for SMEs or VCSEs.

Businesses that excel in space technology and research consultancies would find this tender beneficial for growth, as it aligns with the UK Government's extensive space regulatory reforms. The establishment of the RPO Sandbox presents substantial opportunities for companies to contribute to a pioneering project aiming to secure a world-leading position in space technology. Large-scale firms like Astroscale Limited, who have been awarded the contract, are an example of the type of business well-suited to take on such innovative and forward-thinking projects.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PS24242 - Regulatory Sandbox for Rendezvous Proximity Operations

Notice Description

***** THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded following a competitive procurement exercise. Brief Description of Requirement 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.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-59c1c7b4-c0f3-4224-a369-78074a4261d7
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8812d698-bfc6-4ab3-a908-4aae63e282b2
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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
£691,575 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Dec 20241 years ago
Contract Period
19 Dec 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 1-6 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
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ASTROSCALE

Further Information

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