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Provision of Independent Test and Reference Services

DEFENCE EQUIPMENT & SUPPORT

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26 Jul 2018 at 14:53

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Provision of Independent Test and Reference Services" was conducted by DEFENCE EQUIPMENT & SUPPORT, located in Bristol, England. This tender falls under the services category, specifically relating to test and evaluation as per the CPV classification. The procurement method used was a direct single tender action, and the contract was awarded on 10th May 2018, with an active contract period commencing from 11th May 2018 and concluding on 31st March 2023. The total value of the contract is £6,349,830, which is indicative of its significant scope.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for companies in the testing and evaluation sector, particularly those with the capability to provide independent assessment services. Businesses that are well-suited to participate in this procurement are likely to be established firms with experience in defence-related evaluations, though smaller firms may also find niche opportunities. Engaging with this contract could facilitate business growth through collaboration or subcontracting arrangements, especially for companies aiming to expand their footprint in the public sector.

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Notice Title

Provision of Independent Test and Reference Services

Notice Description

Provision of Independent Test and Reference Services

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-42f92260-6e9a-4916-96da-26f3a63d4a90
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8141f535-fba7-42ed-b40d-e2e4761efd0e
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

73430000 - Test and evaluation

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£6,349,830 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£6,349,830 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Jul 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
2 Mar 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 May 20187 years ago
Contract Period
10 May 2018 - 31 Mar 2023 4-5 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
DEFENCE EQUIPMENT & SUPPORT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS34 8JH
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Stoke Park & Cheswick
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

QINETIQ

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