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Industrial Switch Replacement

DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY

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26 Aug 2025 at 10:37

Summary of the contracting process

The recent procurement process for the "Industrial Switch Replacement" project was conducted by the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory, located in Porton Down, Salisbury, England. This procurement falls under the industry category of "Software package and information systems" and involves the provision of various software and hardware components. The procurement method employed was selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, and the entire process has now reached the award stage. The contract, valued at £87,454.50, commenced on 7th August 2025 and will conclude on 31st October 2025. This project offered a significant opportunity for SMEs to participate, aimed at improving the infrastructure at postal code SP4 0JQ.

This contract provides an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in software and hardware solutions, particularly those experienced in supplying industrial-grade equipment. The awarded supplier, Akhter Computers Limited, exemplifies how SMEs can successfully compete in selective procurement processes. Firms with expertise in delivering innovative and cost-effective solutions in line with specified framework agreements stand to benefit from similar opportunities, enhancing their portfolios and expanding their client base within the public sector.

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Notice Title

Industrial Switch Replacement

Notice Description

Provision of various software and hardware

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-847ff1dc-364f-4151-bd3e-bf263fd0fce7
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/26f1382d-a899-4d84-ab4e-65336aaa3175
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£87,454 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£87,454 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
21 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Aug 20256 months ago
Contract Period
6 Aug 2025 - 31 Oct 2025 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
Not specified
Contact Email
cybercommercial@dstl.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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
Not specified

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AKHTER COMPUTERS

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