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title: "UK SBS PR16084 Earth Observation and Instrumentation Programme"
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# UK SBS PR16084 Earth Observation and Instrumentation Programme

Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a2b4c0a1-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b

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## Summary

The UK Shared Business Services Ltd, acting on behalf of the UK Space Agency, has initiated a service contract titled "UK SBS PR16084 Earth Observation and Instrumentation Programme." This programme focuses on the development of Earth Observation instrumentation and is classified under research and development services. The procurement process is currently at the award stage with an active contract valued at £2,000,000. The contract period runs from 1st October 2016 to 30th September 2021, and the procurement method employed is an open procedure, accessible to various suppliers, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The tender period concluded on 17th June 2016.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in research and development and technology sectors, particularly those with expertise in satellite instrumentation and Earth observation technologies. Companies that can effectively demonstrate their capability in innovation and collaboration—especially in relation to the UK Space Agency's initiatives—are well-suited to compete for future contracts. Engaging in this programme can also lead to further ventures within the expanding space and data analytics industries.

## Notice

Earth observation satellites provide critical information on essential atmospheric Oceanic and terrestrial climate variables. The key components which enable the satellites to do this are the on-board instrumentation packages. UK Shared Business Services Ltd as the Contracting Authority is putting in place a service contract on behalf of UK Space Agency. The UK Space Agency (UKSA) has a requirement to define, let and manage the Earth Observation Instrumentation Programme. The programme will focus on two key areas: 1. Earth Observation (EO) Instrumentation Development through the management and promotion of the established CEOI brand (http://www.ceoi.ac.uk/) and its associated aims 2. Added Value Programme which is scalable depending on; the success and benefits of continuation of activities undertaken under the EO Programme; knowledge and skills transfer opportunities Additional information: The section below will provide instructions on how to submit a bid for this procurement The instructions are as follows; UK Shared Business Services eSourcing as part of the strategic alliance between UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) and Crown Commercial Service (CCS), UK SBS can use the CCS eSourcing Suite for future procurements. If you have not yet registered on the eSourcing Suite, this can be done online at https://gpsesourcing.cabinetoffice.gov.uk by following the link 'Register for CCS eSourcing'. Please note that, to register, you must have a valid DUNS number (as provided by Dun and Bradstreet) for the organisation which you are registering, who will be entering into a contract if invited to do so. Once you have registered on the eSourcing Suite, a registered user can express an interest for a specific procurement. This is done by emailing ExpressionOfInterest@ccs.gsi.gov.uk. Your email must clearly state: the name and reference for the procurement you wish to register for; the name of the registered Bidder; and the name and contact details for the registered individual sending the email. Crown Commercial Service will process the email and then enable the Bidder to access the procurement online via the e-Sourcing Suite. The registered user will receive a notification email to alert them once this has been done. The Sourcing documents can then be accessed on the eSourcing Suite at: https://gpsesourcing.cabinetoffice.gov.uk using the instructions detailed in the Specification documents within Contracts Finder. As a user of the e-Sourcing Suite you will have access to Emptoris email messaging service which facilitates all messages sent to you and from you in relation to any specific RFX event. Please note it is your responsibility to access these emails on a regular basis to ensure you have sight of all relevant information. For technical assistance on use of the e-Sourcing Suite please contact Crown Commercial Service Helpdesk : Telephone: 0345 010 3503 Training documents to support Bidders utilise Emptoris CCS eSourcing are available in the Contracts Finder Tender documents section.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eda1dc3d-66cb-4500-8c22-1e43606eeada |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Mar 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Jun 2016 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Jul 2016 |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2016 - 30 Sep 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £2,000,000 |
| 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 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 | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | UNIVERSITY OF LEICESTER |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 20 Mar 2018 at 10:23 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eda1dc3d-66cb-4500-8c22-1e43606eeada
- 18 Nov 2016 at 20:17 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ddd18036-7609-4d75-84d3-f4054610da14

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eda1dc3d-66cb-4500-8c22-1e43606eeada
  20th March 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ddd18036-7609-4d75-84d3-f4054610da14
  9th May 2016 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/b5c5dae8-6ad1-459e-9eeb-e70450d0e9da
  PR16084 CEOI AW5.2 Price Schedule
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f4bed860-dacb-4e86-a8be-e74fe746172f
  Bidder - logging into Emptoris for the first time
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/4147f884-7e85-4690-a835-9ae6c15a8a40
  Bidder Training
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/4b47dc0d-2acb-4191-9a24-b7a0f145d80f
  Pr16084 RFP Request for Proposal Questions
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/63d3f406-10b0-4b8d-b8f7-8d39ba9f6155
  PR16084 RFP Request for Proposal FINAL 2.0
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/7ede9fe9-51c0-4a90-863c-bf4636ec4edd
  PR16084 Services Contract
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/b1e389af-7138-4633-830f-6178781f71ae
  PR16084 Schedule 6 - Service Level Agreement
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/32cdfb3a-4eec-4b2a-9808-10929e4b8dcc
  PR16084 CEOI Case Studies
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/0eba28ea-90be-40d4-b38e-53329229bbff
  PR16084 CEOI AW5.2 Price Schedule
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/b78eece7-fe1f-42d0-8756-3308ff33670d
  Bidder - logging into Emptoris for the first time
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/25b898a0-c4db-4784-9928-7b9d3c4947c8
  Bidder Training
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d2ae1c6c-c63b-4afd-acec-30f02952cfba
  Pr16084 RFP Request for Proposal Questions
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/7bd124cf-6ca9-416d-bf73-c2730b4be6b9
  PR16084 RFP Request for Proposal FINAL 2.0
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/5aaa5268-8680-4289-9734-f8505b7c43ea
  PR16084 Services Contract
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c01f9c99-9e7a-483d-83c1-25aa34ee1084
  PR16084 Schedule 6 - Service Level Agreement
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/3e4d25bc-3c43-470e-a790-c718db2a9899
  PR16084 CEOI Case Studies

## Notice URLs

- http://www.ceoi.ac.uk/
- https://gpsesourcing.cabinetoffice.gov.uk

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