Tender

RFQ FY21-12 Space Economics Consultant Service for the Oxford-Cambridge Arc Region

SATELLITE APPLICATIONS CATAPULT

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Tender

02 Dec 2020 at 17:45

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Satellite Applications Catapult is seeking proposals for the project titled "RFQ FY21-12 Space Economics Consultant Service for the Oxford-Cambridge Arc Region." This procurement falls under the industry category of research consultancy services and is set in the East of England and South East regions of the United Kingdom. The procurement method is an open procedure, with the tender period concluding on 15 December 2020. The estimated contract value is £50,000, with a minimum threshold of £40,000, and the contract is scheduled to commence on 21 December 2020, lasting until 26 March 2021.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in consultancy services, particularly those with expertise in the space sector and regional economic development. Companies that can engage with stakeholders and synthesise varied reports will be well-suited to compete. Given the emphasis on collaboration and strategic development within the UK Space economy, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, potentially enhancing their growth and involvement in prominent regional projects.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

RFQ FY21-12 Space Economics Consultant Service for the Oxford-Cambridge Arc Region

Notice Description

To provide an independent review and report of regional themes and capabilities with recommendations for the Oxford-Cambridge Arc. including: A.The need to engage with key stakeholders across the Arc to ensure that their views for the development of the space sector are understood to provide a shared vision for space across the Arc, ensuring that the resulting activities & proposals are aligned to local industrial strategies, local authorities' strategies & visions of key stakeholders. B.To collate and synthesise existing reports, strategies and background information from national and local government, industry and other bodies across the Arc to understand existing recommendations and activities related to developing the space sector (either completed or planned), drawing out emerging themes and identifying synergies at the local and Arc level. C.To collate an up-to-date report of the regional capabilities, stakeholders & facilities, both within the space sector and in adjacent but clearly aligned sectors that are capable of providing transformative solutions to the space sector, building on existing reports and through consultation with key stakeholders & leadership across the region. D.To provide recommendations on the space strengths and opportunities across the Arc and a shared action plan, understood and owned by key Arc stakeholders that outlines how these opportunities could be taken forward so that the region increases its impact on UK Space economy as an engine of innovation and growth. On the basis of the above, to achieve a vision / ambition and a steer on the areas of focus and how different parts of the Arc are complementary and design a roadmap to develop a space strategy owned by the Arc leadership and stakeholders.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3e510c86-58d2-470d-9cf8-88aa683b15fe
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

34712200 - Satellites

35631100 - Communication satellites

73210000 - Research consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Dec 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
15 Dec 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
21 Dec 2020 - 26 Mar 2021 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
SATELLITE APPLICATIONS CATAPULT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DIDCOT
Postcode
OX11 0QR
Post Town
Oxford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Vale of White Horse
Electoral Ward
Hendreds
Westminster Constituency
Didcot and Wantage

Further Information

Notice Documents

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