--- title: "PS24242 - Regulatory Sandbox for Rendezvous Proximity Operations - RFP" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04a68c" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-04a68c" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04a68c.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04a68c.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "DEPARTMENT FOR SCIENCE, INNOVATION AND TECHNOLOGY" published: "2024-10-07" --- # PS24242 - Regulatory Sandbox for Rendezvous Proximity Operations - RFP Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR SCIENCE, INNOVATION AND TECHNOLOGY Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04a68c [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-04a68c) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04a68c.json) ## Summary The Department for Science, Innovation and Technology is currently active in the tender stage for a project titled "PS24242 - Regulatory Sandbox for Rendezvous Proximity Operations - RFP." This procurement falls under the industry category of Research and Development Services and Related Consultancy Services. The project is located in the United Kingdom, with bids due by 11:00am on Monday, 11th November 2024. The total contract value is £1,940,000. This open procedure tender aims to establish an RPO Sandbox as part of the UK's space regulatory reforms, supporting the country's growth and innovation in this emerging technology. The procurement will be conducted and evaluated based on criteria set out in the RFP document through the Jaggaer eSourcing Portal. This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses involved in research and development, particularly those specialising in space technology and consultancy services. Companies with expertise in regulatory frameworks, technology adoption, and innovation would be well-suited to compete. Participating in this tender can position businesses at the forefront of the UK’s ambitious space technology initiatives, offering potential for future contracts and collaborations. Given the comprehensive nature of the space regulatory reforms, engaged businesses could substantially benefit from the heightened focus on secure and innovative technology solutions. ## Notice The final date and time for the submission of bids is Monday 11th November 2024 at 11:00am DO NOT apply directly to the buyer. All tender information MUST be submitted through the Jaggaer eSourcing Portal. Brief Description of Requirement The UK Government is implementing a wide-ranging package of space regulatory reforms, identified in the Space Regulatory Review (May 2024). This tender is to establish a Rendezvous Proximity Operations (RPO) Sandbox, which is a part of these wider reforms and will help provide operators with greater regulatory certainty and an UK appropriate regulatory framework. The Sandbox will support the UK's ambitions in securing a world-leading position in this emerging technology area to drive growth and enable innovation and ensure that the new and existing technology can be adopted safely. Please ensure you review all attached information to ensure a full understanding of this requirement. All attachments can be found with the Supplier Attachments tab within the Jaggaer eSourcing Portal. This contract will be awarded based on the evaluation criteria as set out in the RFP document. How to Apply UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) will be using the Jaggaer eSourcing Portal for this procurement. To register on the Jaggaer eSourcing portal please use the link https://beisgroup.ukp.app.jaggaer.com/ and follow the instructions to register as a supplier. If you are already registered on the Jaggaer eSourcing Portal and wish to participate in this procurement, please use the link: https://beisgroup.ukp.app.jaggaer.com/. Once you are logged into the system you will be able to locate the Procurement you wish to leave a bid on by clicking the ITTs Open to All Suppliers and searching for the reference number itt_1775 or PS24242. ### Lot Information Lot 1 The final date and time for the submission of bids is Monday 11th November 2024 at 11:00am DO NOT apply directly to the buyer. All tender information MUST be submitted through the Jaggaer eSourcing Portal. Brief Description of Requirement The UK Government is implementing a wide-ranging package of space regulatory reforms, identified in the Space Regulatory Review (May 2024). This tender is to establish a Rendezvous Proximity Operations (RPO) Sandbox, which is a part of these wider reforms and will help provide operators with greater regulatory certainty and an UK appropriate regulatory framework. The Sandbox will support the UK's ambitions in securing a world-leading position in this emerging technology area to drive growth and enable innovation and ensure that the new and existing technology can be adopted safely. Please ensure you review all attached information to ensure a full understanding of this requirement. All attachments can be found with the Supplier Attachments tab within the Jaggaer eSourcing Portal. This contract will be awarded based on the evaluation criteria as set out in the RFP document. How to Apply UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) will be using the Jaggaer eSourcing Portal for this procurement. To register on the Jaggaer eSourcing portal please use the link https://beisgroup.ukp.app.jaggaer.com/ and follow the instructions to register as a supplier. If you are already registered on the Jaggaer eSourcing Portal and wish to participate in this procurement, please use the link: https://beisgroup.ukp.app.jaggaer.com/. Once you are logged into the system you will be able to locate the Procurement you wish to leave a bid on by clicking the ITTs Open to All Suppliers and searching for the reference number itt_1775 or PS24242. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032137-2024 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 7 Oct 2024 | | Submission deadline | 11 Nov 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £1,940,000 | | Lots value | £940,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | DEPARTMENT FOR SCIENCE, INNOVATION AND TECHNOLOGY | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | South West London | | Postcode | SW1A 2EG | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West | | ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London | | Local authority | Westminster | | Electoral ward | St James's | | Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ### Codes - 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ## Release History - 7 Oct 2024 at 15:32 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032137-2024 ## Notice URLs - http://www.uksbs.co.uk - https://beisgroup.ukp.app.jaggaer.com/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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