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UK Space Agency (UKSA) Cost Model Validation Contract

UK SPACE AGENCY

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28 Feb 2025 at 14:58

Summary of the contracting process

The UK Space Agency (UKSA) has concluded the procurement process for the "UK Space Agency (UKSA) Cost Model Validation Contract" under the industry category of Market Research Services. The contract was awarded to Know.Space, a small and medium-sized enterprise (SME), for the purpose of validating the cost model for the Active Debris Removal (ADR) National Mission. The procurement method used was a direct award through a single tender action, below threshold. Key dates include the tender period ending on 15 February 2025 and the contract period running from 17 February 2025 to 31 March 2025. The contract, valued at £36,218, will be executed within the United Kingdom.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for SMEs specialising in market research services or those with expertise related to space technology and debris removal projects. By securing such contracts, businesses can enhance their portfolio and establish a closer working relationship with government bodies like the UK Space Agency. Given that the contract was awarded through a single tender action, it indicates a competitive advantage for niche market players with the relevant skills and capabilities, positioning them well for future government-related projects in the aerospace and defence sector.

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Notice Title

UK Space Agency (UKSA) Cost Model Validation Contract

Notice Description

UK Space Agency has awarded a low value contract to Know.Space to validate the cost model for the Active Debris Removal (ADR) National Mission

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-931c7f62-a9aa-423f-ab3d-a6073702ba32
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bb8ac2a7-f594-4420-9994-ae3c9f4c2ec0
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79310000 - Market research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£36,218 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£36,218 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Feb 202512 months ago
Submission Deadline
15 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period
17 Feb 2025 - 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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK SPACE AGENCY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1SZ
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

KNOW.SPACE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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