Tender

GB-Sevenoaks: Improved training methods for canine screening of vehicles.

DEFENCE SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY (DSTL)

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Tender

16 Jun 2017 at 10:21

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process involves the Defence Science & Technology Laboratory (DSTL), which is currently seeking to enhance canine screening methods for vehicles. This tender, titled "Improved training methods for canine screening of vehicles," falls under the services category and is located in Sevenoaks, South East England. The contract value is estimated at £113,000, with a minimum threshold of £10,000. The procurement is being conducted via an open procedure, with the tender period ending on 7th July 2017, and the contract period set to commence on 4th September 2017, lasting until 28th February 2018.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in canine training services, particularly those that can demonstrate expertise in training dogs for security applications. Small to medium enterprises (SMEs) may have an advantage in participating, as the procurement is suitable for them. Businesses that can refine and validate dog training methodologies, along with those experienced in collaboration with defence and security sectors, would be well-positioned to compete for this contract, potentially contributing to their growth and visibility within the industry.

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Notice Title

GB-Sevenoaks: Improved training methods for canine screening of vehicles.

Notice Description

The purpose of this contract is to work with a search dog Contractor to: 1. Refine and test an effective method of training dogs to reliably detect weapons and explosives contained at various points around a vehicle, without the need to enter the passenger compartment. 2. Validate a certification test for vehicle search dogs, using dogs trained by the canine contractor under the above determined training methodology. 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 'GB-Sevenoaks: Improved training methods for canine screening of vehicles.'.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-7b596afb-a1cc-4fc3-9ab9-e445da47a702
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/59240c90-d650-42f0-b834-b57fcd6d7daf
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80512000 - Dog training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£113,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jun 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
7 Jul 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
3 Sep 2017 - 28 Feb 2018 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEFENCE SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY (DSTL)
Contact Name
J Sullivan
Contact Email
jpsullivan@dstl.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01980956905

Buyer Location

Locality
SEVENOAKS
Postcode
TN14 7BP
Post Town
Tonbridge
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ46 West Kent
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Sevenoaks
Electoral Ward
Halstead, Knockholt and Badgers Mount
Westminster Constituency
Sevenoaks

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