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PS25137 - UKSAC25_0049 - Unlocking Space for Investment - Investor Pathway

UK SBS

Buyer Contact Info

Buyer Name: UK SBS

Buyer Address: Polaris House, North Star Avenue, Swindon, SN2 1FF, England

Contact Email: professionalservices@uksbs.co.uk

Status
complete
Procedure
selective
Value
301000.0 GBP
Published
14 Aug 2025, 12:51
Deadline
11 Jul 2025, 13:00
Contract Start
27 Jul 2025, 23:00
Contract End
31 Mar 2026, 22:59
Category
services
CPV
73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
Region
n/a
Awarded To
Exotopic Limited
Official Source
Open Contracts Finder

Description

***** THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded following a mini competition under the CCS RM6235 Space-Enabled and Geospatial Services DPS. Brief Description of Requirement The USI team are seeking a capable and experienced delivery partner (or consortium of delivery partners) to design and deliver the next iteration of the Investor Pathway, a targeted learning and engagement programme aimed at catalysing investment into the UK space sector by diversifying the number of investors actively engaging with it and building their confidence and capability. The Investor Pathway is a key component of USI's broader work to unlock private capital for the space sector and will be delivered in close coordination with other USI initiatives. Delivery partners are expected to collaborate closely with UKSA and the wider ecosystem to ensure aligned delivery, reinforce programme outcomes, and remain responsive to evolving market needs.

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