This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

15 Dec 2016 at 13:44

Tender

18 Nov 2016 at 20:17

Summary of the contracting process

The SINGLE SOURCE REGULATIONS OFFICE, based in London, has completed a procurement process for the "Military Advice Services Framework," classified under "Administration, defence and social security services." This tender, initiated on 12th September 2016, involved the provision of strategic military advice, requiring in-depth expertise in the defence industry. The procurement method was an open procedure, and the tender period closed on 26th September 2016. The contract is effective from 20th October 2016 until 19th April 2018, with an awarded contract value of £80,000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses that specialise in military consultancy and defence-related services. Companies with a strong foundation in qualitative and quantitative analysis within the defence sector, particularly those with experience in procurement risk assessment and military equipment knowledge, would be well-positioned to compete. Furthermore, this opportunity is suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that possess the requisite expertise and can demonstrate their capability to provide strategic insights in military contexts.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Military Advice Services Framework

Notice Description

Advice and analysis in relation to the subject matter of contracts to which the Defence Reform Act 2014 applies. Military advice services will include providing strategic advice and analysis on military related topics. These services will require significant knowledge of the defence industry, both in the UK and worldwide. Areas of support and advice required may include but are not restricted to: a) Qualitative analysis capabilities including experience to assist in understanding procurement and manufacture, such as: i) technical understanding on what is being procured and the associated risks; ii) operational knowledge of aspects of the Front Line Commands and the MOD and the uses of the equipment in question; iii) practical application of military knowledge in weapons and equipment; and iv) understanding of the manufacture methods of specific equipment types. b) Quantitative analysis of risk in a defence industry context, including its application to the cost risk adjustment as part of the SSRO's profit rate methodology.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-28e6a9fb-adca-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/539a3a8e-03a0-4a43-8d06-3ab16b4c8a57
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Other -
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

75 - Administration, defence and social security services


CPV Codes

75000000 - Administration, defence and social security services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Dec 20169 years ago
Submission Deadline
26 Sep 2016Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Oct 20169 years ago
Contract Period
7 Dec 2016 - 6 Jun 2018 1-2 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
Single Source Regulations Office
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
EC4A 1AB
Postcode Area
Central 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
City of London
Electoral Ward
Farringdon Without
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

RED Scientific Limited

Further Information

Notice Documents

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