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PS25206 - External Administrative & Engagement Support UK Space Frontiers 2035 Astro, Planetary & Helio PILOT initiative

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED

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13 Nov 2025 at 12:21

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by UK Shared Business Services Limited, located in Swindon, has reached the award stage for the tender titled "PS25206 - External Administrative & Engagement Support UK Space Frontiers 2035 Astro, Planetary & Helio PILOT initiative." Falling under the industry category of research and development services and related consultancy, this award notice is part of a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from the Crown Commercial Services RM6309 Management Consultancy Framework Four, Lot 1. The procurement addresses needs within the United Kingdom and is tied to advancing UK involvement in space missions. The tender period concluded on 10 October 2025, with the contract period commencing on 3 November 2025 and set to end on 30 June 2026. The award, valued at £64,000, was announced on 13 November 2025.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses with expertise in space research and development, particularly those capable of fostering academic-industrial partnerships. Companies well-suited to compete in such tenders include small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) like Changewell Consulting Ltd, the awarded supplier, which demonstrates that even smaller firms can successfully engage in high-profile projects by leveraging frameworks like MCF4. The initiative encourages collaboration within the UK scientific community, aiming to expand participation in future European Space Agency missions and other UK-led initiatives, thus positioning businesses to contribute to a thriving and innovative space sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PS25206 - External Administrative & Engagement Support UK Space Frontiers 2035 Astro, Planetary & Helio PILOT initiative

Notice Description

***** THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded following a mini competition under the Crown Commercial Services RM6309 Management Consultancy Framework Four (MCF4), Lot 1 . Brief Description of Requirement UK Space Frontiers 2035: Astro, Planetary and Helio will deliver several key outcomes. It will establish a clear and unified vision for UK participation in European Space Agency (ESA)-led missions while retaining the flexibility to pursue bilateral and UK-led initiatives. The framework will provide a robust mechanism for prioritising scientific goals, balancing ambition with feasibility. By fostering broad community engagement, it will ensure a sense of ownership and reflect the collective expertise and aspirations of the UK scientific community. Engaging industry expertise through organisations like UKSpace, the UK's space trade association, may also foster academic-industrial partnerships, further enhancing collaboration and innovation within the sector.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-89e90610-0d72-47a9-90b8-2f13ca2357a9
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cc861d5b-b19e-426b-80e7-1234ec1a5111
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
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£64,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£64,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
10 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
3 Nov 2025 - 30 Jun 2026 6-12 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
UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED
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

CHANGEWELL CONSULTING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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