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title: "UK Space Agency (UKSA) Cost Model Validation Contract"
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# UK Space Agency (UKSA) Cost Model Validation Contract

Buyer: UK SPACE AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-931c7f62-a9aa-423f-ab3d-a6073702ba32

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## Summary

The UK Space Agency (UKSA) has concluded the procurement process for the "UK Space Agency (UKSA) Cost Model Validation Contract" under the industry category of Market Research Services. The contract was awarded to Know.Space, a small and medium-sized enterprise (SME), for the purpose of validating the cost model for the Active Debris Removal (ADR) National Mission. The procurement method used was a direct award through a single tender action, below threshold. Key dates include the tender period ending on 15 February 2025 and the contract period running from 17 February 2025 to 31 March 2025. The contract, valued at £36,218, will be executed within the United Kingdom.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for SMEs specialising in market research services or those with expertise related to space technology and debris removal projects. By securing such contracts, businesses can enhance their portfolio and establish a closer working relationship with government bodies like the UK Space Agency. Given that the contract was awarded through a single tender action, it indicates a competitive advantage for niche market players with the relevant skills and capabilities, positioning them well for future government-related projects in the aerospace and defence sector.

## Notice

UK Space Agency has awarded a low value contract to Know.Space to validate the cost model for the Active Debris Removal (ADR) National Mission

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bb8ac2a7-f594-4420-9994-ae3c9f4c2ec0 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Feb 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Feb 2025 |
| Contract period | 17 Feb 2025 - 31 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £36,218 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £36,218 |
| 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 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 |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | KNOW.SPACE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79310000 - Market research services

## Release History

- 28 Feb 2025 at 14:58 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bb8ac2a7-f594-4420-9994-ae3c9f4c2ec0

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bb8ac2a7-f594-4420-9994-ae3c9f4c2ec0
  28th February 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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