Tender

Legal Governance for Space-Based In-Orbit Servicing and Manufacturing Testbed

SATELLITE APPLICATIONS CATAPULT

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Tender

28 Sep 2023 at 11:02

Summary of the contracting process

The Satellite Applications Catapult is seeking legal experts for a procurement opportunity titled "Legal Governance for Space-Based In-Orbit Servicing and Manufacturing Testbed" in the Research and Development Services category. The procurement process, classified as "active," aims to develop a governance framework for a space-based testbed to advance technology and regulation for space applications. The opportunity, valued at £150,000 in GBP, is open for submission until November 6, 2023, with a contract period from March 1, 2024, to March 31, 2025, with a possible renewal until April 30, 2025. The tender is based in Harwell, Oxfordshire, and follows an open procurement method.

This tender by the Satellite Applications Catapult presents a valuable opportunity for legal experts in the research and development field, particularly those with expertise in space-related applications. Businesses looking to expand their presence in the space sector and engage in cutting-edge technological advancements would find this tender suited for growth. With a focus on governance for space activities, this procurement process offers a chance for businesses to contribute to innovative projects and collaborate on international efforts, paving the way for advancements in space technology and regulation.

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Notice Title

Legal Governance for Space-Based In-Orbit Servicing and Manufacturing Testbed

Notice Description

This procurement exercise is to seek legal experts who can support the Satellite Applications Catapult (SAC) to develop a governance framework for a space-based testbed, led by the UK in collaboration with international partners, which aims to advance skills, technology, and regulation relating to applications underpinned by close proximity operations and robotic assembly in space, particularly In-Orbit Servicing, Assembly and Manufacturing (IOSM) applications.

Lot Information

Lot 1

This procurement opportunity is to seek legal experts who can support the Satellite Applications Catapult (SAC) to develop a governance framework for a space-based testbed, led by the UK in collaboration with international partners, which aims to advance skills, technology, and regulation relating to applications underpinned by close proximity operations and robotic assembly in space, particularly In-Orbit Servicing, Assembly and Manufacturing (IOSM) applications. Additional information: Contract award is contingent upon SAC receiving Phase 2 funding from UKSA under the International Bilateral Fund (IBF). The outcome of the IBF Phase 2 bid process will not be confirmed until January 2024. We are tendering this opportunity in anticipation of a positive outcome which is not guaranteed.

Renewal: Up to 1 month until 30/04/2025

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0405fe
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028602-2023
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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

73110000 - Research services

73210000 - Research consultancy services

73220000 - Development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Sep 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
6 Nov 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Mar 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SATELLITE APPLICATIONS CATAPULT
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@sa.catapult.org.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1235567977

Buyer Location

Locality
DIDCOT
Postcode
OX11 0QR
Post Town
Oxford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC
Delivery Location
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC

Local Authority
Vale of White Horse
Electoral Ward
Hendreds
Westminster Constituency
Didcot and Wantage

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