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Stakeholder Discovery Questionnaire: IOD Barriers and Opportunities

These questions have been developed in collaboration with UKSA to support our ongoing efforts toward supplier engagement. If you have recently responded to a similar question set, there is no need to complete this one again, unless you wish to provide updated information.

Please feel free to answer the questions at your convenience.
1.What challenges have you encountered when seeking an In-Orbit Demonstration (IOD) opportunity for your technology?

Consider technical, financial, partnership, or timeline-related challenges.
2.In your view, what role should government funding play in enabling access to IOD opportunities for emerging technologies?
3.Do you currently receive any other government funding (e.g., grants or contracts)?
4.If yes, would you prioritise IOD funding over these other funding routes
5.Which of the following areas would you be willing to deprioritise to create more opportunities for IOD?
6.During challenging times, should IOD funding take precedence over other forms of support?
7.If funding has been a barrier, could you share more about the limitations of private investment in your case?

For example, is your technology at a stage where private investment is difficult to secure?
8.Have you engaged with Prime contractors in pursuit of IOD opportunities? If so, what has your experience been like?
9.What support or changes would make collaboration with Primes more accessible or effective?
10.If you were to secure an IOD opportunity, what are your key payload requirements?

Size, weight, power, orbit, return needs, etc.
11.What kinds of partnerships or collaborations would be most valuable to help you access an IOD opportunity?

Are there specific types of organisations or support mechanisms that would help?
12.How do current timelines for IOD opportunities align with your technology development roadmap?

Are there specific timing issues—e.g., readiness, launch availability—that affect feasibility?
13.What risks do you associate with pursuing an IOD, and how do these influence your decision-making?

Consider technical, financial, or reputational risks.
14.How critical is access to an IOD opportunity for the commercialisation of your technology?
15.If you were able to secure an IOD opportunity, what would be the estimated impact?

Consider potential investment, commercial returns, job creation, or other measurable benefits.
16.Are there any additional concerns or considerations you’d like to share regarding achieving TRL 9 or accessing IOD opportunities?
17.Beyond financial support, what types of resources or assistance would most help you progress toward commercialisation?
18.Would you be content for us to follow up your response with any clarification?
19.If you are content, please provide an email address and advise on typical available dates/times to discuss: