--- title: "PS24242 - Regulatory Sandbox for Rendezvous Proximity Operations" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-591a1122-635c-41f9-9941-78f05e2b2eb6" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-591a1122-635c-41f9-9941-78f05e2b2eb6" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-591a1122-635c-41f9-9941-78f05e2b2eb6.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-591a1122-635c-41f9-9941-78f05e2b2eb6.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "DSIT" published: "2024-10-07" --- # PS24242 - Regulatory Sandbox for Rendezvous Proximity Operations Buyer: DSIT Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-591a1122-635c-41f9-9941-78f05e2b2eb6 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-591a1122-635c-41f9-9941-78f05e2b2eb6) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-591a1122-635c-41f9-9941-78f05e2b2eb6.json) ## Summary The Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) is seeking bids for the project titled "PS24242 - Regulatory Sandbox for Rendezvous Proximity Operations." This procurement falls under the industry category of research and development services and related consultancy services. It covers various locations including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, the Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. The procurement is in the tender stage, with the period ending on 11th November 2024 at 11:00 am. The contract is scheduled to commence on 2nd December 2024 and conclude on 31st March 2025. This open procedure (above threshold) is managed through the Jaggaer eSourcing Portal, and any bids must be submitted via this platform. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses engaged in space technology and regulatory consultancy to align with the UK's space regulatory reforms. By participating, companies can gain a foothold in the innovative domain of Rendezvous Proximity Operations (RPO), thus enhancing their profiles and expanding their business operations. The procurement is especially suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) aiming to contribute to and benefit from the UK’s goal of leading in space technology and innovation. This project promises future collaboration prospects and regulatory certainty for operators within this emerging technology area. ## Notice The final date and time for the submission of bids is Monday 11th November 2024 at 11:00am DO NOT apply directly to the buyer. All tender information MUST be submitted through the Jaggaer eSourcing Portal. Introductions The UK Government is implementing a wide-ranging package of space regulatory reforms, identified in the Space Regulatory Review (May 2024). This tender is to establish a Rendezvous Proximity Operations (RPO) Sandbox, which is a part of these wider reforms and will help provide operators with greater regulatory certainty and an UK appropriate regulatory framework. The Sandbox will support the UK's ambitions in securing a world-leading position in this emerging technology area to drive growth and enable innovation and ensure that the new and existing technology can be adopted safely. Please ensure you review all attached information to ensure a full understanding of this requirement. All attachments can be found with the Supplier Attachments tab within the Jaggaer eSourcing Portal. This contract will be awarded based on the evaluation criteria as set out in the RFP document. How to Apply UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) will be using the Jaggaer eSourcing Portal for this procurement. To register on the Jaggaer eSourcing portal please use the link https://beisgroup.ukp.app.jaggaer.com/ and follow the instructions to register as a supplier. If you are already registered on the Jaggaer eSourcing Portal and wish to participate in this procurement, please use the link: https://beisgroup.ukp.app.jaggaer.com/. Once you are logged into the system you will be able to locate the Procurement you wish to leave a bid on by clicking the ITTs Open to All Suppliers and searching for the reference number itt_1775 or PS24242. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2b105aa5-3615-44a8-9f38-203795306910 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 7 Oct 2024 | | Submission deadline | 11 Nov 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 2 Dec 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £194,000 | | 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 | DSIT | | Locality | SWINDON | | Post town | Swindon | | Postcode | SN2 1FF | | 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 - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ### Codes - 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ## Release History - 7 Oct 2024 at 19:43 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2b105aa5-3615-44a8-9f38-203795306910 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2b105aa5-3615-44a8-9f38-203795306910 7th October 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c0c599cf-aa32-4a73-bad3-d25e29cb9594 n/a - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/2397a511-eceb-4c4f-9b6e-103a91dcbc85 n/a - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/de1ecf8d-5bf4-4019-a8e0-8e8b534a9318 n/a - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/0ceef456-ff2b-4515-8ec2-cd2f39027790 n/a - https://beisgroup.ukp.app.jaggaer.com Link to eSourcing Portal ## Notice URLs - https://beisgroup.ukp.app.jaggaer.com/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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