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Research into Hyperthermia Induced Impairment

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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14 Aug 2024 at 12:56

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence (MOD) has conducted a public procurement process for research services focused on "Research into Hyperthermia Induced Impairment," awarded to Leeds Beckett University. The procurement falls under the industry category of Research Services (CPV 73110000) and was completed through a direct procurement method, specifically a single tender action below the threshold. Key dates include the end of the tender period on 22 July 2024 and the award date on 18 July 2024. The contract is set to commence on 1 October 2024 and conclude on 30 September 2027. This research will be conducted within the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for academic institutions and research organisations, especially those specialising in defence, environmental science, or medical research. The study aims to establish a "gold-standard" test to evaluate military-specific dual-task performance under challenging environmental conditions, making it crucial for businesses with expertise in these areas to get involved. Although the procurement was not open to SMEs or VCSEs, large research entities like universities and specialised research institutions stand to benefit greatly from participation in similarly structured tenders in the future.

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Notice Title

Research into Hyperthermia Induced Impairment

Notice Description

This contract secures a PhD-ship dedicated to an important area in Defence, at a leading research institute, with support from multiple stakeholders operating across the area of environmental threat and beyond. Establishing a "gold-standard" test for military-specific dual-task performance, of the highest scientific excellence, is an essential step in understanding the impact of deployment to challenging environmental conditions, including heat, cold and altitude.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-260d5bc2-23a4-4479-bb96-75b375c6f5c8
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/61cdee79-5e06-4366-af0d-c0ef464cefef
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£75,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£75,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Aug 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Jul 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Jul 20241 years ago
Contract Period
30 Sep 2024 - 30 Sep 2027 2-3 years
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
Eleanore McDonagh
Contact Email
eleanore.mcdonagh100@mod.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LEEDS BECKETT UNIVERSITY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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