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DNO/522 - Nuclear Deterrence Fund - ELN Dec 2025 - CAN

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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19 Feb 2026 at 10:05

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the Nuclear Deterrence Fund, managed by the Ministry of Defence, has reached the award stage. The contract, titled "DNO/522 - Nuclear Deterrence Fund - ELN Dec 2025 - CAN," falls under the military research and technology sector and is located in London, United Kingdom. The Ministry of Defence, responsible for this contract, aims to foster advancements in military technology. The procurement process adopted a selective method through a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system. The contract period begins on 23 January 2026 and concludes on 31 March 2027, with the award officially published on 19 February 2026.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in military research and technology to expand their influence in the defence sector, particularly those based in or able to operate in London. The contract's value is £202,685.3, highlighting the significant investment made by the Ministry of Defence in advancing nuclear deterrence capabilities. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in this field may particularly benefit from engaging with such a strategic contract, aligning with the Ministry's focus on cutting-edge military developments. The awarded supplier, the European Leadership Network, exemplifies a large-scale operation conducive to delivering complex defence solutions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

DNO/522 - Nuclear Deterrence Fund - ELN Dec 2025 - CAN

Notice Description

Awarded contract - This means that the contract has been awarded to a supplier. Additional information: https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f1488362-0035-4320-9d7d-ca54b20da281

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-58726431-e140-4ac2-86b0-d8371248c1f0
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/01e202cb-3118-4919-981e-a5e674634533
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£202,685 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£202,685 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Feb 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
12 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
23 Jan 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
dne-supplychain@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
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

EUROPEAN LEADERSHIP NETWORK

Further Information

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