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Assessment Framework to address UK ISAM Capability Gaps

UK SPACE AGENCY

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24 Mar 2025 at 16:13

Summary of the contracting process

The UK Space Agency has concluded a procurement process under the title "Assessment Framework to address UK ISAM Capability Gaps" within the services industry category. The contract has been awarded to Growbotics Space Ltd, with the project aimed at developing a framework to assist in evaluating opportunities to address key UK ISAM capability gaps. This procurement, classified as a direct award below the threshold without competition, has been granted to support the UK's strategic assessment needs within the space sector. The contract, worth £18,199.44 gross, commenced on 19 March 2025 and will be completed by 31 March 2025, with the formal agreement signed on 18 March 2025. The project delivery is set to take place in the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for companies specialising in feasibility studies, advisory services, and analytical work within the space sector. SMEs with expertise in these areas are well-suited to compete for similar contracts in the future. By engaging in such strategically important projects, businesses can enhance their portfolio and establish themselves as key players in the rapidly growing field of space technology and assessment frameworks. The procurement by a central government authority like the UK Space Agency also provides a reputable platform and potential for further collaboration in the domain.

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Notice Title

Assessment Framework to address UK ISAM Capability Gaps

Notice Description

UK Space Agency (UKSA) has awarded a low value contract to Growbotics Space Ltd develop a framework that will assist the Agency in evaluating which ESA CMIN25 activities present the best opportunities to address key UK ISAM capability gaps.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04f818
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010983-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71241000 - Feasibility study, advisory service, analysis

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£15,116 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
19 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2025 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK SPACE AGENCY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
commercial@ukspaceagency.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
DIDCOT
Postcode
OX11 0DF
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
Not specified

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GROWBOTICS SPACE

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