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    ContractsMicrogravity Research and Development Services
    Awarded contract

    Microgravity Research and Development Services

    Awarded
    £27k
    Published 6 Aug 2026

    Funding and support for biopharmaceutical companies to develop sustainable, commercializable projects utilizing microgravity research and development capabilities.

    🇬🇧United Kingdom· South EastPublished 6 Aug 2026· 2 months agoviaFind a Tender
    Awarded
    £27k
    Published 6 Aug 2026

    Decision brief

    4 fields
    • Contract value
      £27,000
      Pounds sterling
    • Closing date
      Not published
      No closing date published
    • Sector
      Research & Innovation
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    • Location
      🇬🇧United Kingdom
      South East

    Suppliers

    1 supplier
    • GM
      GMP MANUFACTURING LTD
    Lead contractor

    Lifecycle

    Awarded

    Contract awarded. Originally published 2 months ago.

    6 August 2026
    Awarded — no open tender advertised

    Brief

    This opportunity supports the development of sustainable and fundable projects that expand the use of microgravity research and development across the biopharmaceutical industry. The initiative aims to help companies and researchers leverage microgravity environments—available through space-based platforms and facilities—to advance drug development, manufacturing processes, and scientific discovery. Eligible applicants can receive support for project planning, feasibility studies, technology development, and commercialization strategies that demonstrate the potential for long-term funding and industry adoption. This program is designed to reduce barriers to entry for biopharma organizations seeking to incorporate microgravity-based solutions into their research pipelines.

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    Publisher
    UK Cabinet Office
    Licence
    OGL v3.0
    Source
    find-tender.service.gov.uk
    Record ID
    ocds-h6vhtk-06ddef

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