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Spielberg - Adoption

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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14 Nov 2025 at 09:11

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by the Ministry of Defence, located in London, focuses on a contract titled "Spielberg - Adoption" concerning Military Dog Training. Falling under the industry category of military research and technology (CPV: 73410000), this procurement sought goods essential for military operations. The contract, valued at £335,000, was awarded through a direct procurement method known as a single tender action (below threshold). This award stage concluded on 20th October 2025, with the contract period beginning on the same date and running until 31st March 2026. The initial tender period had an end date of 30th September 2025.

This tender offers valuable growth opportunities for businesses involved in military research and training, particularly those with the capability to deliver specialised training services like Military Dog Training. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) stand well-suited to compete, given their flexibility and potential to offer tailored solutions. The contract was awarded to Scenario Trainer, aptly highlighting the opportunity for SMEs in niche industry areas to secure contracts with a prestigious entity like the Ministry of Defence. Businesses in related sectors should consider similar opportunities as a viable path to expand their operations and enhance their portfolio with high-profile contracts.

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Notice Title

Spielberg - Adoption

Notice Description

Military Dog Training

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-153ac644-12be-4cb3-84e0-8071422bf3ac
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/47aea27a-9a6e-4ef0-929b-d903284c246d
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73410000 - Military research and technology

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£400,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£335,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
19 Oct 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

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
TLI London

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SCENARIO TRAINER

Further Information

Notice Documents

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