Nanosat Design & Build Competition Delivery Partner

Tender description

The final date and time for the submission of bids is Monday 26th July 2021 at 14:00 DO NOT apply directly to the buyer. All tender information MUST be submitted through the Delta eSourcing Portal. Brief Description of Requirement UKSA are inviting providers to submit their proposals to be a delivery partner for UKSA first education outreach competition aimed at the tertiary level age range (16+). The competition will task entrants to design and build a Nanosat (a small satellite between 1-10kg) that can be used to inform/provide innovative solutions to support the UK's climate change or decarbonisation efforts. Entrants will compete for a substantial Challenge Fund whereby the prize funding will be used by winning entrants to further develop or manufacture their satellite design with a view to making it launch-ready. Entries must be suitable for launch from a UK spaceport and meet the necessary weight, size and licensing requirements. This competition will also need to facilitate a series of partnerships with space sector bodies and industry specialists so that all entrants to the competition will have the opportunity to receive mentoring and expert advice to help develop their proposals. This expert guidance will provide young people with valuable connections and insight into the sector as well as signposting valuable resources. UKSA are looking to appoint a delivery partner to run, facilitate and deliver this initial competition on behalf of the UK Space Agency and the Department for Transport. Please ensure you review all attached information to ensure a full understanding of this requirement. All attachments can be found with the Document Uploads tab within the Delta eSourcing Portal. This contract will be awarded based on the evaluation criteria as set out in the ITQ document. How to Apply UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) will be using the Delta eSourcing Portal for this procurement. To register on the Delta eSourcing portal please use the link https://www.delta-esourcing.com/ and follow the instructions to register. If you are already registered on the Delta eSourcing Portal and wish to participate in this procurement, please use the link: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/ and the follow the instructions to 'Log in' Once you are logged into the system you will be able to link yourself into this procurement using the Access Code: A5S9SV44AG