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SERAPIS Framework

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, DSTL, DEFENCE SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY (DSTL)

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01 Aug 2019 at 23:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence, Defence Science & Technology Laboratory (DSTL) is seeking to establish the SERAPIS Framework to enhance the impact of Science and Technology (S&T) within the Defence and Security sectors of the UK. This procurement process, categorised under Research Services, is at the Award stage and has a total contract value of £300,000,000. The contract commenced on 8th July 2019 and will extend until 7th July 2025. This framework will allow for dynamic access to industrial, academic, and government expertise through six distinct Lots, fostering agility and innovation in response to emerging operational needs.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in research and technological development, to engage as Prime Contractors within the SERAPIS Framework. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that excel in innovative solutions and agile project management may find an advantageous position in this contract. Furthermore, businesses with capabilities in cyber operations, command and control systems, and simulation services are particularly well-suited to compete. Participation in this procurement could allow firms to build robust partnerships and expand their project portfolios within the defence and security landscape.

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Notice Title

SERAPIS Framework

Notice Description

In order to maximise the impact of Science and Technology (S&T) for the Defence and Security (D&S) of the UK, Dstl's role includes the responsibility for leading the formulation, design and delivery of a coherent and integrated Ministry of Defence (MOD) S&T programme using industrial, academic and government resources. In particular, the Cyber and Information Systems Division stewards both the Cyber and the Command, Control, Communications, Computer, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities (including Space). The Defence and Security Analysis Division stewards the Synthetic Environment and Simulation capabilities. The Serapis Framework aims to provide an expedient mechanism for Dstl to access industrial and academic expertise both within the UK and wider, in support of the Divisions' S&T programmes, and potentially wider MOD and Partner Across Government organisations (PAGs). The construct should allow the supply base to be refreshed throughout the contract lifespan, ensuring that Dstl has access to innovative solutions and robust technical support. Such a construct will allow for the rapid response to emerging capability needs, Urgent Operational Requirements / Urgent Capability Requirements (UOR / UCR) and surge requirements emanating from operations. Based on the structure and contents of the programmes and the aggregation of wider requirements across the portfolios, the Serapis Framework has been categorised into six Lots, details of each Lot is provided in this notice. The competition is seeking to appoint a Prime Contractor for each Lot to lead, manage and deliver research in to the areas covered by the six Lots. The appointed Prime Contractors will be responsible for delivering agile, and cutting-edge research, building and maintaining a robust supplier network with an emphasis on scientific excellence, innovation, and collaboration to exploit research, skills and capabilities. In addition to Dstl and the Ministry of Defence (MOD), the Serapis Framework will be available to the following Government Departments / Public Authorities (including their agencies and public bodies): the Home Office, the Foreign & Commonwealth Office and the Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy. Additional information: To view this notice, register as a supplier here: http://www.contracts.mod.uk/delta/signup.html?userType=supplier and search for the notice with reference 'UK-Porton Down: Research services.'.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-78842039-57b4-414e-ba45-fa0edc37693a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/64e85747-9a42-4905-bee5-08f5aaee26a1
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£300,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£300,000,000 £100M-£1B
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Aug 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
8 Jul 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Jul 20196 years ago
Contract Period
7 Jul 2019 - 7 Jul 2025 Over 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
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, DSTL, DEFENCE SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY (DSTL)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PORTON DOWN
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
Not specified

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
5
Supplier Names

BAE SYSTEMS APPLIED INTELLIGENCE

FRAZER-NASH CONSULTANCY

NEWMAN & SPURR CONSULTANCY

QINETIQ

ROKE MANOR RESEARCH

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