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PS25249 Analysis of the Value of Investment in Earth Observation (UKSAC25_0087)

UK SBS

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17 Dec 2025 at 12:58

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by UK SBS, focusing on the analysis of the value of investment in Earth Observation, falls within the research and development services sector. The procurement was concluded under the award stage with Know Consulting Ltd being awarded the contract valued at £129,097.97. The procurement follows a selective method via a dynamic purchasing system. The contract period runs from 17th December 2025 to 31st March 2026, covering locales such as British Overseas Territories, the Channel Islands, the Isle of Man, Europe, the United Kingdom, and the Rest of the World. The buying organisation, UK SBS, is based in Swindon, England.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses in the research and consultancy fields, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs), due to their eligibility for participation. The nature of the contract, concerning Earth Observation analysis, presents substantial growth potential for firms specialising in data analytics, environmental consultancy, and strategic investment analysis. Large companies, exemplified by the awarded supplier, Know Consulting Ltd, are also ideal candidates to provide the expansive expertise required for such projects. This initiative by UK SBS encourages diversification and expansion within the Earth Observation sector that can foster new partnerships and innovative service offerings.

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Notice Title

PS25249 Analysis of the Value of Investment in Earth Observation (UKSAC25_0087)

Notice Description

***** THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded following RM6126 - Research and Insights DPS Brief Description of Requirement K Space Agency (UKSA) is seeking to analyse the value generated and the benefits created at different stages of the value chain in the UK Earth Observation Sector.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-bf8e3832-5b02-4bd8-a73f-f0527007deae
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/05072620-0900-4ce8-8ceb-58291403dad8
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
Large

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
£129,097 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£129,097 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
21 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
17 Dec 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 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 SBS
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

KNOW CONSULTING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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