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Horizon Scanning for Emerging Technology

HOME OFFICE

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31 Jul 2024 at 14:49

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Summary of the contracting process

The Home Office has recently completed the procurement process for the "Horizon Scanning for Emerging Technology" contract aimed at enhancing UK homeland security by identifying emerging technology trends. This tender, classified under Research Consultancy Services (CPV id: 73210000), involves delivering horizon scanning reports and setting out detailed roadmaps for disruptive technologies. The procurement, which applied a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement, was awarded to Frazer-Nash Consultancy. The contract runs from 15th July 2024 to 14th July 2025 and involves a total value of £525,000 GBP, with delivery covering British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom.

This tender presents a considerable opportunity for businesses particularly in the research consultancy sector, especially those focusing on technology readiness and security solutions. Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) are identified as suitable for the scope of work detailed. The successful delivery of this project by Frazer-Nash Consultancy not only promises growth through securing a significant government contract but also positions the awarded company at the forefront of emerging technology trend analysis critical for national security. Other businesses specialising in technology horizon scanning, security research, and detailed impact analysis could find similar opportunities for growth in upcoming tenders of this nature.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Horizon Scanning for Emerging Technology

Notice Description

A horizon scanning service to anticipate threats and opportunities presented by emerging technology trends, and to deliver reports covering: a) identification, from the earliest possible stage, a technology or technology area that will have a disruptive impact on UK homeland security b) setting out roadmaps with detailed supporting information to explain the current Technology Readiness Level (TRL) maturity of these technologies c) description of possible future scenarios, resulting from deployment of the technology, which are relevant to UK homeland security

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-71c580fd-e592-4b39-9307-1a55624fa9b0
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/663c5ad3-caa7-4271-ba92-a8cf1e8b472a
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
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73210000 - Research consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£525,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£525,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Jul 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 Jun 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Jul 20241 years ago
Contract Period
14 Jul 2024 - 14 Jul 2025 6-12 months
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
HOME OFFICE
Contact Name
Vincent Ward
Contact Email
commercial@homeoffice.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
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
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FRAZER-NASH CONSULTANCY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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