--- title: "RFI: In-Orbit Servicing, Assembly & Manufacturing (ISAM) Payloads" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-1b016ff1-4264-474a-b401-d0d3c85c66f2" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-1b016ff1-4264-474a-b401-d0d3c85c66f2" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-1b016ff1-4264-474a-b401-d0d3c85c66f2.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-1b016ff1-4264-474a-b401-d0d3c85c66f2.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "UK SPACE AGENCY" published: "2025-10-28" --- # RFI: In-Orbit Servicing, Assembly & Manufacturing (ISAM) Payloads Buyer: UK SPACE AGENCY Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1b016ff1-4264-474a-b401-d0d3c85c66f2 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-1b016ff1-4264-474a-b401-d0d3c85c66f2) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-1b016ff1-4264-474a-b401-d0d3c85c66f2.json) ## Summary The UK Space Agency (UKSA) is currently in the planning stage of a public procurement process seeking to enhance the UK's capabilities in In-Orbit Servicing, Assembly & Manufacturing (ISAM) technologies. This Request for Information (RFI), titled "RFI: In-Orbit Servicing, Assembly & Manufacturing (ISAM) Payloads," is focused on gathering insights from organisations that are developing or intending to develop ISAM payloads or technologies. The procurement is classified under the industry category of Spacecraft and Satellites with deliveries expected to take place in the United Kingdom. Interested parties should note the engagement end date, which serves as the deadline for submissions, is set for 8th December 2025. This tender is particularly relevant for businesses involved in space technology development or manufacturing. By participating, companies have the opportunity to be at the forefront of advancing ISAM capabilities, aligning with the UKSA's strategic goals for the space sector. This initiative is supportive of both UK-based and international companies and is well-suited for SMEs involved in the space industry, although VCSEs are not applicable. The input gathered will help shape the UK's strategic approach to in-space technology qualification while providing companies with insights into potential future collaborative opportunities with the UKSA. ## Notice The UK Space Agency (UKSA) recognises In-Orbit Servicing, Assembly & Manufacturing (ISAM) as a critical capability for strengthening the UK's position in space. The UK Space Industrial Plan (2024) identified ISAM as one of five key space capability areas for prioritisation, reflecting its importance to the nation's future in space. In addition, the Strategic Defence Review (2025) highlighted the need to develop Space Control capabilities, and by extension ISAM technologies, to defend UK space assets in an increasingly contested domain. Recent years have seen significant progress in establishing the foundations of the UK space sector, with national and defence space strategies now complemented by detailed capability plans. Realising the UK's ambitions for ISAM will require close collaboration between government and industry, with future interventions guided by robust evidence. To support this, UKSA is issuing this Request for Information (RFI) to organisations - both UK-based and international - developing or planning to develop ISAM payloads or technologies seeking flight opportunities as hosted payloads or on In-Orbit Demonstration (IOD) missions. The aim is to map the landscape of new technologies seeking flight demonstration within the next 3-5 years. Insights gathered through this RFI will inform UKSA's approach to in-space technology qualification and deepen our understanding of the evolving space technology landscape. We welcome your responses and appreciate your valuable input in shaping the future of the UK's ISAM capabilities. Note: This notice will not lead to a contract. This service is being used to assist in publicising this RFI as widely as possible. Additional information: The deadline for responses is 23:59 GMT on Monday 08 December 2025. Submissions should be completed via Microsoft Forms using the following survey link: Request for Information: In-Orbit Servicing, Assembly & Manufacturing (ISAM) Payloads Please provide answers in each section of the RFI survey. This includes indications of where answers provided are actual or anticipated or where the information requested is unknown (for example subject to ongoing development). The RFI survey provides the opportunity to submit information on multiple ISAM payloads, up to a total of five. Microsoft Forms provides the opportunity for the participant to receive an email copy of their response. This is asked at the end of the RFI survey. If you have any questions/queries about the RFI participation process, please contact sustainability@ukspaceagency.gov.uk. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/75d0fd43-489f-47ed-8098-409bfaf14766 | | Notice type | Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Not specified | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 28 Oct 2025 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 8 Dec 2025 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planning | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | UK SPACE AGENCY | | Locality | SWINDON | | Post town | Swindon | | Postcode | SN2 1SZ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire | | ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon | | Local authority | Swindon | | Electoral ward | Rodbourne Cheney | | Westminster constituency | Swindon North | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation ### Codes - 34712100 - Spacecraft - 34712200 - Satellites ## Release History - 28 Oct 2025 at 17:13 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/75d0fd43-489f-47ed-8098-409bfaf14766 - 28 Oct 2025 at 16:58 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/75d0fd43-489f-47ed-8098-409bfaf14766 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/75d0fd43-489f-47ed-8098-409bfaf14766 28th October 2025 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/0ea372a2-e599-4748-b8bc-c98af45ca081 Full details are available in this request for information document. - https://forms.office.com/e/uRj66mFLRh Link to Microsoft Forms survey to respond to this Request for Information. - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/1d5866c7-25bd-4e16-904c-6b65ffabc906 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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