--- title: "PS24317 - Research for UK Government options on the licensing of space companies for entities in Crown Dependencies or Overseas Territories" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-b9cb1fc2-78bb-4a0c-8419-691979ba5b1b" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-b9cb1fc2-78bb-4a0c-8419-691979ba5b1b" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b9cb1fc2-78bb-4a0c-8419-691979ba5b1b.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b9cb1fc2-78bb-4a0c-8419-691979ba5b1b.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "DSIT" published: "2025-02-18" --- # PS24317 - Research for UK Government options on the licensing of space companies for entities in Crown Dependencies or Overseas Territories Buyer: DSIT Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b9cb1fc2-78bb-4a0c-8419-691979ba5b1b [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-b9cb1fc2-78bb-4a0c-8419-691979ba5b1b) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b9cb1fc2-78bb-4a0c-8419-691979ba5b1b.json) ## Summary The Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) has awarded a contract titled "PS24317 - Research for UK Government options on the licensing of space companies for entities in Crown Dependencies or Overseas Territories" under the CPV classification 73000000 for Research and development services. This procurement, classified as complete, involved a selective procurement method through a call-off from the RM6126 Research & Insights Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS). The contract commenced on 18th February 2025 and will conclude on 31st March 2025. The procurement covers various locations including the UK, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Europe, and worldwide. Key dates include the tender period ending on 24th January 2025 and the award being published on 18th February 2025. This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly SMEs, with expertise in conducting cost-benefit analyses and policy research within the space industry. The engagement focuses on analysing licensing options for space companies in UK Crown Dependencies and Overseas Territories, offering opportunities to impact future government policy and regulatory frameworks. Companies skilled in economic evaluations, geopolitical assessments, and satellite licence management will find this project particularly suitable, enabling them to leverage their expertise to influence strategic decisions while fostering growth and establishing a robust presence in the public procurement sector. ## Notice ***** THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded following a mini competition under the RM6126 Research & Insights DPS Brief Description of Requirement The research aims to conduct comprehensive Cost-Benefit Analyses (CBAs) of various options designed to address the issue of licensing entities with no substantial financial or developmental interest in the UK, its Crown Dependencies or Overseas Territories (CDOTs). The analyses will evaluate the economic costs and benefits to the UK government, consider the geopolitical implications of CDOT relationships, and provide a robust evidence base to inform future policy decisions. The goal is to enable DSIT to make informed decisions on altering government processes to reduce the UK's economic liability for satellites, alleviate resourcing strains on the government and the CAA, and ensure effective monitoring and enforcement of UK satellite licences. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/276ed6a3-c7bc-4fa6-8f93-c572fa4cdaa1 | | 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 | Large | | All stages | Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 18 Feb 2025 | | Submission deadline | 24 Jan 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 7 Feb 2025 | | Contract period | 18 Feb 2025 - 31 Mar 2025 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £41,666 | | 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 | DSIT | | 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 - 18 Feb 2025 at 09:46 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/276ed6a3-c7bc-4fa6-8f93-c572fa4cdaa1 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/276ed6a3-c7bc-4fa6-8f93-c572fa4cdaa1 18th February 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/4f0fcc2b-617f-417e-b4b3-458ca8379ebf n/a ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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