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IPMO1987 Project COOPER

DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY

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02 Mar 2026 at 12:32

Summary of the contracting process

The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (DSTL) has concluded the tender process for Project COOPER, which involves RIBA 0-2 Services for the design and construction of a new facility at Porton Down in the South West of England. The procurement falls under the building construction work category, specifically targeting services. The tender process was completed with the award on 2nd March 2026, and the contract period is set to commence on 3rd March 2026, concluding on 31st July 2026. DSTL employed a selective procurement approach through a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract, valued at £300,421.56, was awarded to Morgan Sindall Construction & Infrastructure Ltd.

This tender presents substantial business growth opportunities for large-scale businesses with expertise in building construction services, particularly those positioned to deliver within the specified contract period and region. The selective procurement method suggests a preference for established firms acquainted with framework agreements, facilitating experienced contractors in showcasing their capability in managing projects efficiently. Companies with a robust portfolio in similar constructions can leverage their expertise for potential future engagements with governmental projects in the South West region.

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Notice Title

IPMO1987 Project COOPER

Notice Description

RIBA 0-2 Services for Design and construct of new facility at Dstl Porton Down.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-6ddd55e0-c8d5-4010-a7f9-fb1a08421861
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b694c776-bebf-44fa-8d4a-249f542bc2e6
Current Stage
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All Stages
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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

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45210000 - Building construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£300,421 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£300,421 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
2 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
3 Mar 2026 - 31 Jul 2026 1-6 months
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 SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SALISBURY
Postcode
SP4 0JQ
Post Town
Salisbury
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK72 Wiltshire
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Wiltshire
Electoral Ward
Winterslow & Upper Bourne Valley
Westminster Constituency
Salisbury

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MORGAN SINDALL CONSTRUCTION & INFRASTRUCTURE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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