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Scientific Support Contract

THE DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT

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31 Mar 2021 at 12:32

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Transport is seeking a contractor for a "Scientific Support Contract," specifically for Specialist Engineering Support Services to the Air Accidents Investigation Branch. This procurement process is currently at the Award stage, following a selective method as a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract, valued at £300,000, has a duration from 1 April 2020 to 31 March 2023, with the award date being 30 March 2020.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in engineering support and consultancy services within the research and development sector. Firms experienced in delivering high-quality engineering services, particularly those with a track record in aviation safety and accident investigation, would be well-positioned to compete for this contract. With a significant budget allocation, this could lead to further partnerships and growth opportunities in a sector that requires consistent expertise and innovation.

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Notice Title

Scientific Support Contract

Notice Description

Provision for Specialist Engineering Support Services to the Air Accidents Investigation Branch 3 year contract with 2 year extension option

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-329570cb-bd87-41d3-b95a-49338eac8fa8
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/93ddc5d7-8a48-48cc-88c2-f9b6f09b41fa
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Mar 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
23 Mar 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Mar 20205 years ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2020 - 31 Mar 2023 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
THE DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
dftprocurement@dft.gov.uk
Contact Phone
07977407808

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DR
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
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
Vincent Square
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

QINETIQ GROUP

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