Award

AI Technology Roadmap for Space Sector

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED

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Award

20 Nov 2025 at 15:38

Summary of the contracting process

This procurement process pertains to the award of a contract titled "AI Technology Roadmap for Space Sector" by UK Shared Business Services Limited, located in Swindon, England. The procurement falls under the industry category of Research Services and is focused on enhancing AI capabilities within the space sector. This contract has been concluded as a Mini Competition under the CCS RM6235 Space-Enabled and Geospatial Services Framework, marking the procurement stage as 'Award'. The award was published on 20th November 2025, with the contract period stretching from 14th November 2025 to 23rd March 2026. The procurement method utilised was selective, specifically a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system, and the contract value is set at £56,250.

The tender presents substantial prospects for business growth, particularly for SMEs, as indicated by its specific suitability criteria. The space industry, being a rapidly growing sector, offers extensive opportunities for businesses specializing in AI and technology development to bring innovative solutions to the forefront. This contract is specifically well-suited for enterprises that harness cutting-edge research services and can contribute to establishing innovative AI roadmaps for the space sector. As the project is based in the United Kingdom, businesses with a strong domestic presence and expertise in technology and innovation will likely find it advantageous to engage and expand their reach within this forward-looking field.

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Notice Title

AI Technology Roadmap for Space Sector

Notice Description

***** THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded as a Mini Competition under the CCS RM6235 Space-Enabled and Geospatial Services Framework. UKSA had a requirement for AI Technology Roadmap for Space Sector.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f6d290d2-6195-439b-872d-7c238f234c5a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5961f849-eb66-4c7a-afb2-045f96b147c2
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

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£56,250 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£56,250 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
25 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
14 Nov 2025 - 23 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 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

SPACE PROFESSIONALS PARTNERSHIP

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