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CSP25716 - Bespoke course

UK SPACE AGENCY

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24 Feb 2026 at 13:16

Summary of the contracting process

This contracting process, initiated by the UK Space Agency, involves the procurement of bespoke training services under the title "CSP25716 - Bespoke course". The procurement falls within the industry category of training services, and it was conducted using a direct method, which is below threshold and without competition due to a lack of alternatives. The entire process was managed by UK Shared Business Services Ltd as the procuring entity, located in Swindon, UK. The contract was awarded to Big Brain Innovations Ltd, a large company, and covers the period from 14th January 2026 to 13th February 2026. Key documentation was finalised on 24th February 2026. The procurement stage is marked as complete and involves services to be delivered across the United Kingdom.

This tender could present significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in training services, particularly those capable of offering bespoke courses. Companies that can deliver tailored educational content may find this sector rewarding, especially if they are large-scale enterprises similar to Big Brain Innovations Ltd. The UK Space Agency being the contracting authority adds credibility and visibility, paving the way for future collaborations. Organisations with experience in public sector engagements, especially within central government frameworks, would be well-placed to participate in such procurement exercises, fostering relationships and expanding service portfolios across governmental agencies.

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Notice Title

CSP25716 - Bespoke course

Notice Description

***** THIS IS A CONTRACT DETAILS NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded without competition due to an absence of competition, this is due to the course being provided being a continuation of a older session.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065b08
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016474-2026
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80500000 - Training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£11,400 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Jan 20262 months ago
Contract Period
14 Jan 2026 - 13 Feb 2026 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
Additional Buyers

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LTD

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DIDCOT
Postcode
OX11 0DF
Post Town
Oxford
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

BIG BRAIN INNOVATIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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