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LWC Force Optimisation and Experimentation

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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20 Oct 2021 at 16:59

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the contract titled "LWC Force Optimisation and Experimentation" has been completed by the Ministry of Defence, falling under the category of Military research and technology. The contract, valued at £2,800,000, was awarded following a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from the DSTL ASTRID framework. The execution of the contract commenced on 17th September 2021 and is set to conclude on 1st April 2023. The work is to be carried out at a delivery location in Warminster, South West England, with the tender period for bids ending on 16th September 2021.

This contract presents a significant opportunity for businesses within the defence and military services sector, particularly those offering research and technology services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in military technology solutions or research methodologies would be well-positioned to compete for similar future tenders. The experience gained from participating in such contracts may enable these businesses to expand their capabilities and client base in the competitive public procurement landscape.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

LWC Force Optimisation and Experimentation

Notice Description

This is the transparency notice of award of contract under the DSTL ASTRID framework for Land Warfare Centre (LWC)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5379db96-5965-4e9d-a9e8-e6c21090c540
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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

73410000 - Military research and technology

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,800,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£2,800,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Oct 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 Sep 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Sep 20214 years ago
Contract Period
16 Sep 2021 - 1 Apr 2023 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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WARMINSTER
Postcode
BA12 0DJ
Post Town
Bath
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
Warminster North & Rural
Westminster Constituency
South West Wiltshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BAE SYSTEMS OPERATIONS

Further Information

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