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title: "UK SBS - PS21273 - Strategy Report for Earth Observation Data Architecture"
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# UK SBS - PS21273 - Strategy Report for Earth Observation Data Architecture

Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7ce28680-a0c5-41c7-b1ab-de70d21c0bae

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## Summary

The public procurement process, led by UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS), is focused on the project titled "UK SBS - PS21273 - Strategy Report for Earth Observation Data Architecture", which falls under the satellite-related communications equipment industry category. The procurement method is classified as an open procedure, indicating that it is accessible to all interested suppliers. Key dates include the tender submission deadline on 13 January 2022, with the contract period running from 7 February 2022 to 31 March 2022. The procurement process is currently at the award stage, following the completion of the tender phase.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in data architecture, satellite communications, and environmental monitoring technologies. Companies that offer advanced solutions in geographic information systems, data management, and IT services will find themselves well-suited to compete for this contract. The emphasis on collaboration between government departments and industry indicates potential for ongoing partnerships, making this a valuable opportunity for smaller and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) looking to expand their footprint in the public sector.

## Notice

***THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION*** The final date and time for the submission of bids is Thursday, 13th January 2022 DO NOT apply directly to the buyer. All tender information MUST be submitted through the Delta eSourcing Portal. Brief Description of Requirement The aim of this procurement will be to procure a data architecture specialist to produce a report setting out clear options for delivering a sustainable and coherent national Earth Observation data architecture concept for the UK. The procurement will commission an organisation to undertake the activity needed to deliver the report, which will include the involvement of data architects from some of the main UK industry primes, including UKRI. This is a natural progression from the publication of the National Space Strategy and provides a clear step to establishing UKSA in its role as a delivery agency. This report aims to address UKSA needs whilst identifying a clear lead for collaboration between Government departments, industry and the wider sector. This will allow government departments to meet their needs in unison by providing a fundamental design intention for other areas to join and link up as security and technology develops and new programmes come online. Please ensure you review all attached information to ensure a full understanding of this requirement. All attachments can be found with the Document Uploads tab within the Delta eSourcing Portal. This contract will be awarded based on the evaluation criteria as set out in the ITQ document. How to Apply UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) will be using the Delta eSourcing Portal for this procurement. To register on the Delta eSourcing portal please use the link https://www.delta-esourcing.com/ and follow the instructions to register. If you are already registered on the Delta eSourcing Portal and wish to participate in this procurement, please use the link: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/ and the follow the instructions to 'Log in' Once you are logged into the system you will be able to link yourself into this procurement using the Access Code: ZW76Z4Q7GA Additional information: DO NOT APPLY DIRECTLY TO BUYER All submissions will be assessed in accordance with the Public Procurement Regulations that apply to this opportunity. Responses must be received by the date and time in the tender documentation; responses received outside of the deadline or not sent via the Delta eSourcing portal will not be accepted or considered by the Contracting Authority further for this opportunity. Interested organisations should ensure that they allow a sufficiency of time, prior to the deadline to allow all sections to be completed in full and any attachments to be uploaded. As a user of the Delta eSourcing Portal you will have access to the Delta messaging service which facilitates all messages sent to you and from you, as well as other messages and updates in relation to any specific tender event. Please note that any and all information secured outside of the messaging service, shall have no merit or worth and should not be relied upon by any organisation submitting a tender response. Please note it is your organisations responsibility to access these messages on a regular basis to ensure you have sight of all relevant information applicable to this opportunity. The Contracting Authority expressly reserves the right: i. not to award any contract as a result of the procurement process commenced by publication of this notice; and ii. to make whatever changes it may see fit to the content and structure of the procurement; and under no circumstances as part of your organisations participation in this opportunity, will the Contracting Authority be liable for any costs incurred by any organisation as a result. If the Contracting Authority decides to enter into a contract with any successful organisation(s), this does not mean that there is any guarantee of subsequent contracts being awarded. Any expenditure, work or effort undertaken prior to contract award is accordingly a matter solely for the commercial judgement of your organisation in doing so. About UK Shared Business Services UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) brings a commercial attitude to the public sector; helping our contracting authorities to improve efficiency, generate savings and modernise. Where UK SBS is not named as the Contracting Authority within the documentation, UK SBS will be acting as an agent on behalf of the Contracting Authority. Our broad range of expert services is shared by our customers. This allows our customers the freedom to focus resources on core activities; innovating and transforming their own organisations. For full details of our partner base please review the following link: http://www.uksbs.co.uk/services/procure/contracts/Pages/default.aspx

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/401ef1aa-4cc4-421c-b70e-9924bf1763e8 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Apr 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Jan 2022 |
| Future notice date | 16 Dec 2021 |
| Award date | 7 Mar 2022 |
| Contract period | 7 Feb 2022 - 31 Mar 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £166,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £165,538 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1FL |
| 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 |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | TELESPAZIO |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment
- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment
- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 48 - Software package and information systems
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 32530000 - Satellite-related communications equipment
- 35631200 - Observation satellites
- 38115100 - Radar surveillance equipment
- 38126000 - Surface observing apparatus
- 38221000 - Geographic information systems (GIS or equivalent)
- 48613000 - Electronic data management (EDM)
- 48614000 - Data-acquisition system
- 72222300 - Information technology services
- 72227000 - Software integration consultancy services
- 72228000 - Hardware integration consultancy services
- 72254100 - Systems testing services
- 72260000 - Software-related services
- 72300000 - Data services
- 90711500 - Environmental monitoring other than for construction

## Release History

- 4 Apr 2022 at 10:09 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/401ef1aa-4cc4-421c-b70e-9924bf1763e8
- 17 Dec 2021 at 15:58 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3f298805-1af6-46e0-aa85-a559fb6db92d
- 9 Dec 2021 at 10:12 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7d2e9064-3b21-4db7-b357-b1fd6eb5d11e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/401ef1aa-4cc4-421c-b70e-9924bf1763e8
  4th April 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3f298805-1af6-46e0-aa85-a559fb6db92d
  17th December 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7d2e9064-3b21-4db7-b357-b1fd6eb5d11e
  9th December 2021 - Future opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/ea5a6623-a6bf-4d4a-9ac9-905959300c65
  PS21273 - UKSAC21_0056 - Annex 1 Processing, Personal Data and Data Subjects
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/9ea32385-de15-4f60-aae1-585cd851b7a7
  PS21273 - UKSAC21_0056 - Delta - ITQ Invitation to Quote Questions
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c0887dfd-a41c-4a97-ac90-d6d83ff0f1dc
  PS21273 - UKSAC21_0056 - Delta - ITQ Invitation to Quote
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/3194297d-38d3-4151-8f23-eab58f804eb8
  PS21273 - UKSAC21_0056 - S1 - Services Purchasing Contract - Low Risk
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/44377378-97cb-41ce-98e3-cbf1d796b7b2
  PS21273 - UKSAC21_0056 - AW5.2 Price Schedule
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com
  Delta eSourcing Portal

## Notice URLs

- http://www.uksbs.co.uk/services/procure/contracts/Pages/default.aspx
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/

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