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title: "PS25094 - Copernicus evaluation programme"
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# PS25094 - Copernicus evaluation programme

Buyer: UK SBS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9c4fe141-df7b-412e-9a7e-c163bcf03d78

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "PS25094 - Copernicus evaluation programme" was conducted by UK SBS based in Swindon, England. This contract, focusing on research and development services, covers an evaluation of the UK's participation in the EU Copernicus Earth Observation Programme. The procurement was conducted as a mini competition under the CCS Research & Insights RM6126 DPS, concluding at the award stage. KNOW. CONSULTING LIMITED was awarded the contract valued at £1,055,480, to be executed from 8 July 2025 to 31 March 2028. The procurement process employed a selective method, specifically a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system, and targeted the delivery of services across various locations including British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. The tender was not open for public competition, closing on 9 June 2025.

This awarded contract presents significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for SMEs, as evidenced by the successful bid from KNOW. CONSULTING LIMITED, also an SME. Businesses specialising in research, development, and consultancy services are especially well-suited to compete in such procurements, which demand high-quality evaluations and insights. Firms with expertise in earth observations and EU programme evaluations stand to benefit substantially, as this project will deliver critical insights into the effectiveness and impact of UK investments in the Copernicus programme. Engaging in such government contracts can aid businesses in establishing credibility and expanding their portfolio within the public sector.

## Notice

***** THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded following a mini competition under the CCS Research & Insights RM6126 DPS. Brief Description of Requirement This research project will deliver an evaluation of the UK's participation in the EU Copernicus Earth Observation Programme. This evaluation is intended to inform our understanding of the impact of participation for the UK and the cost effectiveness of investment in the Copernicus programme. This will be the first UK-specific evaluation of the Copernicus programme and is vital to underpin future decision making around ongoing participation.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e513e93b-cfc1-4081-8125-a1de1be9749a |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Dynamic |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 31 Jul 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Jun 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Jul 2025 |
| Contract period | 7 Jul 2025 - 31 Mar 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,055,480 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,055,480 |
| 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 SBS |
| 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 |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 31 Jul 2025 at 15:37 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e513e93b-cfc1-4081-8125-a1de1be9749a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e513e93b-cfc1-4081-8125-a1de1be9749a
  31st July 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.uksbs.co.uk

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