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title: "Provision of a Specialist Space Economics Consultant"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "SATELLITE APPLICATIONS CATAPULT"
published: "2019-11-18"
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# Provision of a Specialist Space Economics Consultant

Buyer: SATELLITE APPLICATIONS CATAPULT  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-49c9d063-5dde-4369-a764-779a9fd20426

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the Satellite Applications Catapult, which is seeking a Specialist Space Economics Consultant to produce a feasibility study and/or business case for the development of a North East Space Hub. The tender is currently in the active stage and falls under the services category with a specific focus on aircraft and spacecraft. The tender was published on 18th November 2019 and has a submission deadline of 6th December 2019. The contract period is set to commence on 13th January 2020 and run until 30th October 2020, with delivery locations in the South East and South West of the United Kingdom. The process follows an open procurement method, allowing any interested party to submit a proposal.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in space economics, consultancy services, or feasibility studies. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as they may offer innovative solutions and flexible approaches that larger firms might not provide. Given the focus on space-related projects, organisations with expertise in aerospace, economics, and project management would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract, enabling them to engage in strategic partnerships and expand their experience within the growing space industry.

## Notice

Produce a feasibility study and/or business case to support the development of a North East Space Hub.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3d1c4285-9b5a-4385-9a32-0ff0d5a305a7 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Nov 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Dec 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 13 Jan 2020 - 30 Oct 2020 |
| 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 | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SATELLITE APPLICATIONS CATAPULT |
| Locality | DIDCOT |
| Post town | Oxford |
| Postcode | OX11 0QR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC |
| Local authority | Vale of White Horse |
| Electoral ward | Hendreds |
| Westminster constituency | Didcot and Wantage |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34700000 - Aircraft and spacecraft

## Release History

- 18 Nov 2019 at 17:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3d1c4285-9b5a-4385-9a32-0ff0d5a305a7

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3d1c4285-9b5a-4385-9a32-0ff0d5a305a7
  18th November 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.mytenders.co.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV158689
  NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the myTenders Web Site at the link provided.

## Notice URLs

- https://sa.catapult.org.uk/

## Provenance

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