Planning

Space Technology Solutions

CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE

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Planning

25 Sep 2024 at 16:17

Summary of the contracting process

The Crown Commercial Service (CCS), in collaboration with the Ministry of Defence (MoD) and other public sector bodies, is in the planning stage for the "Space Technology Solutions" procurement process. This initiative aims to develop the government’s route to market for space-enabled technology solutions, covering an extensive range of geospatial and related services. The procurement method is open, targeting a broad scope within the space and geospatial technology market. Key dates for this process include market engagement sessions set for October 2024, with the contract period starting on 1 May 2025 and ending on 30 April 2033. The total estimated budget is approximately GBP 2.5 billion, spread across multiple fiscal periods from 2025 to 2033. The procurement falls under the industry category of broadcasting equipment, with additional classifications including satellite antennas, telecommunications networks, and military spacecraft, to be delivered across the United Kingdom.

This tender represents a significant business growth opportunity, particularly for SMEs and VCSEs within the space and geospatial technology sectors. Companies offering services such as satellite communications, space transport, military spacecraft equipment, and IT services will find this tender particularly relevant. The open procedure (above threshold) procurement method combined with the high-value, multi-year contract, offers substantial potential for long-term engagements and collaborations. Businesses capable of providing innovative solutions and working within flexible commercial procedures, as outlined by the new Procurement Act 2023, will find this tender attractive. The engagement sessions in October 2024 will be a crucial platform for interested suppliers to understand the scope, interact with the procurement team, and align their offerings with government objectives.

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Notice Title

Space Technology Solutions

Notice Description

Space Technology Solutions is the next iteration of the Space Enabled and Geospatial services Dynamic Purchasing System and will continue to cover a broad scope for the space enabled technology market, including the geospatial ecosystem. Space Technology Solutions will also include an enhanced scope of services which have been requested through buyer and supplier engagement, and potentially services amalgamated from other CCS agreements where appropriate. Additional information: This Prior Information Notice is to signal an intention to commence market engagement with those within the Space and Geospatial market. Crown Commercial Service (CCS) are working in collaboration with The Ministry of Defence (MoD) and other public sector bodies to develop the government's route to market for Space Technology Solutions. We aim to exploit the flexibilities under the new procurement regulations (Procurement Act 2023), endeavouring to unlock opportunity through flexible commercial procedures. Crown Commercial Service intends to hold market engagement sessions during October 2024 for interested parties. The session will cover our objectives of any subsequent procurement exercise and the potential scope. There will be an opportunity to engage with the team, provide feedback and ask questions. Details of the virtual supplier engagement sessions and subsequent session(s) are included in the link below: https://www.crowncommercial.gov.uk/agreements/RM6370 Presentation slides, questions and answers will be made available after the session(s) on this page. The estimated value is an indicative value over the proposed 8 years and will be further reviewed, updated and confirmed following further engagement with customers. The date is the estimated date of publication, please refer to the CCS website page https://www.crowncommercial.gov.uk/agreements/upcoming for updates and monitor Find A Tender Service for the publication of the contract notice.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4192d249-f8b6-4e7f-9efc-78959f70ee58
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planned Procurement Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

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

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

48 - Software package and information systems

50 - Repair and maintenance services

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

32210000 - Broadcasting equipment

32324310 - Satellite antennas

32412100 - Telecommunications network

32510000 - Wireless telecommunications system

32530000 - Satellite-related communications equipment

34712000 - Spacecraft, satellites and launch vehicles

34740000 - Aircraft or spacecraft equipment, trainers, simulators and associated parts

35613000 - Unmanned aerial vehicles

35621100 - Strategic anti-ballistic missiles

35630000 - Military spacecrafts

38115100 - Radar surveillance equipment

38221000 - Geographic information systems (GIS or equivalent)

38290000 - Surveying, hydrographic, oceanographic and hydrological instruments and appliances

38821000 - Radio remote-control apparatus

48614000 - Data-acquisition system

50650000 - Repair and maintenance services of military aircrafts, missiles and spacecrafts

60500000 - Space transport services

72222300 - Information technology services

72228000 - Hardware integration consultancy services

72254100 - Systems testing services

72260000 - Software-related services

72300000 - Data services

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

80650000 - Training and simulation in aircrafts, missiles and spacecrafts

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,500,000,000 £1B-£10B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Sep 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
5 Mar 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Apr 2025 - 30 Apr 2033 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LIVERPOOL
Postcode
L3 9PP
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD72 Liverpool
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Liverpool
Electoral Ward
City Centre North
Westminster Constituency
Liverpool Riverside

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