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PS25094 - Copernicus evaluation programme

UK SBS

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31 Jul 2025 at 15:37

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "PS25094 - Copernicus evaluation programme" was conducted by UK SBS based in Swindon, England. This contract, focusing on research and development services, covers an evaluation of the UK's participation in the EU Copernicus Earth Observation Programme. The procurement was conducted as a mini competition under the CCS Research & Insights RM6126 DPS, concluding at the award stage. KNOW. CONSULTING LIMITED was awarded the contract valued at £1,055,480, to be executed from 8 July 2025 to 31 March 2028. The procurement process employed a selective method, specifically a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system, and targeted the delivery of services across various locations including British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. The tender was not open for public competition, closing on 9 June 2025.

This awarded contract presents significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for SMEs, as evidenced by the successful bid from KNOW. CONSULTING LIMITED, also an SME. Businesses specialising in research, development, and consultancy services are especially well-suited to compete in such procurements, which demand high-quality evaluations and insights. Firms with expertise in earth observations and EU programme evaluations stand to benefit substantially, as this project will deliver critical insights into the effectiveness and impact of UK investments in the Copernicus programme. Engaging in such government contracts can aid businesses in establishing credibility and expanding their portfolio within the public sector.

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Notice Title

PS25094 - Copernicus evaluation programme

Notice Description

***** THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded following a mini competition under the CCS Research & Insights RM6126 DPS. Brief Description of Requirement This research project will deliver an evaluation of the UK's participation in the EU Copernicus Earth Observation Programme. This evaluation is intended to inform our understanding of the impact of participation for the UK and the cost effectiveness of investment in the Copernicus programme. This will be the first UK-specific evaluation of the Copernicus programme and is vital to underpin future decision making around ongoing participation.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9c4fe141-df7b-412e-9a7e-c163bcf03d78
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e513e93b-cfc1-4081-8125-a1de1be9749a
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system
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
£1,055,480 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,055,480 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Jul 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
9 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
7 Jul 2025 - 31 Mar 2028 2-3 years
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 SBS
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
professionalservices@uksbs.co.uk
Contact Phone
01793 867005

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

KNOW. CONSULTING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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