Planning

Defence Medical Services Research Steering Group

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Planning

11 Jun 2026 at 15:17

Market Engagement Notice
Planning

17 Apr 2025 at 10:57

Market Engagement Notice
Planning

03 Oct 2024 at 08:53

Market Engagement Notice
Planning

20 Sep 2024 at 14:14

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence (MOD) is currently in the planning stage of the procurement process for the "Defence Medical Services Research Steering Group". This initiative falls under the industry category of research and development services, specifically focusing on military-relevant medical research. Located in the United Kingdom, the procurement process is guided by the need for proposals that are scientifically robust and offer value for money. The early engagement period is set to end on 31st December 2027. This project aims to support a range of research areas from foundational science to applied research, without restriction to specific methodologies. The contracting process is ongoing, with no fixed deadline for expressions of interest.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses engaged in research and development, particularly those with expertise in military and healthcare sectors. The MOD's flexible approach to methodological requirements and technology readiness levels offers a conducive environment for diverse research organisations. Businesses adept in qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods research stand to benefit, as the initiative supports multiple proposals with a substantial budget of approximately £500k per meeting. Moreover, the unrestricted funding cap on individual applications allows for scalable projects, making this an attractive prospect for SMEs and other entities aiming to expand their research capabilities through collaboration with the Ministry of Defence.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Defence Medical Services Research Steering Group

Notice Description

Defence Medical Services Research Steering Group (DMSRSG) is the primary mechanism through which the DMS endorses and funds research activity. The research project must be of military relevance, scientifically robust, and offer value for money. DMSRSG supports military-relevant medical research. Projects are not restricted to a particular methodological approach or technology readiness level (TRL). We will support foundational science through to applied research. Where foundational science / early TRL activity is proposed there must be a feasible pathway to impact on clinical delivery or operational capability. Research must be predominantly medical or healthcare focused and we welcome qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods research. There is no limit on the amount of funding that can be requested per application. However, the overall commitment budget at any one DMSRSG meeting is approximately PS500k and we support multiple proposals at each round. Funding requests should always be commensurate with the activity proposed and can be multi-year. Priority areas are outlined in the calling notice. Please note that the EOI process is open all year round with no deadline.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-08ce0e55-1e97-4feb-9cd8-87d5dbed2055
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fe8eac49-fc38-4220-9102-74281fcb9263
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

80320000 - Medical education services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Jun 2026Today
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
31 Dec 20272 years to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2HB
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

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