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title: "Request for Information: Copernicus Sentinels Production Service"
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# Request for Information: Copernicus Sentinels Production Service

Buyer: UK SPACE AGENCY  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8857d743-b96f-4e7f-a6e8-c955f60a88b6

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## Summary

The UK Space Agency is in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "Request for Information: Copernicus Sentinels Production Service". Targeting the data-processing services industry, this opportunity is geographically located in Didcot, England, specifically at the Harwell Innovation Campus. As part of its collaboration with the European Space Agency, the UK Space Agency intends to gather insights into the UK's current and potential capabilities within the Copernicus programme. Key dates to note include a webinar scheduled for 13th June 2025 and a submission deadline for expression of interest by 27th June 2025.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for data-processing businesses, particularly those able to align with the needs of a space-oriented programme. With the inclusion of Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) as suitable participants, the tender is positioned to attract businesses with expertise in data services that can contribute to the Copernicus programme. Engaging with this procurement could lead to strategic partnerships and access to future contracts associated with European space initiatives. Businesses with a strong data-processing capability and an interest in aerospace development stand to benefit the most from this opportunity.

## Notice

**Please note this is a European Space Agency opportunity and subsequent contract opportunities will not be subject to Public Contracts Regulations 2015 or Procurement Act 2023** UKSA is a member of the European Space Agency (ESA). ESA is an international organisation that co-ordinates space activities of its 23 member states. This RFI provides high level information on the scope of the Copernicus Sentinels Production Service, highlights key areas of expertise relevant to its implementation and delivery and gathers information on interested industrial entities as a first step toward a more detailed exchange on potential opportunities in this domain. UKSA have worked in close collaboration with ESA to identify key questions that will provide insight to both agencies on the UK's current data capabilities, as well as any linked future potential opportunities for growth within the Copernicus programme. In light of this, all information provided in survey responses will be made anonymous and shared with ESA to inform understanding of UK input into the programme. The UK Earth Observation Data team will be running a Webinar on Friday 13th of June at 14:00 to provide further background information and address any questions you may have. Please register for the Microsoft Teams event by emailing UKSAEOT@ukspaceagency.gov.uk quoting Copernicus Production Service RfI Q&A webinar in the subject line. If you believe these future opportunities will be of interest to you or your organisation, please complete the PDF form provided by 16:00 BST on Friday 27th June and return via email to UKSAEOT@ukspaceagency.gov.uk quoting Copernicus Production Service RFI in the subject line.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/43a421d3-0d34-4005-85d5-ad7f3d796185 |
| Notice type | Planned Procurement 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 | 30 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 27 Jun 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 | DIDCOT |
| Post town | Oxford |
| Postcode | OX11 0DF |
| 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 | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 72310000 - Data-processing services

## Release History

- 30 May 2025 at 12:00 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/43a421d3-0d34-4005-85d5-ad7f3d796185

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/43a421d3-0d34-4005-85d5-ad7f3d796185
  30th May 2025 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d18d483a-2663-40a7-9711-9f5080d3d166
  Please complete the attached PDF form and submit via email to UKSAEOT@ukspaceagency.gov.uk to express interest in the opportunity.

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