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SOFHI Project Laser Wavelength Study

DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY

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Summary of the contracting process

The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory has completed the procurement process for the "SOFHI Project Laser Wavelength Study," categorised under research and development services. This process was conducted through a selective procurement method via a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system, mainly focusing on services. The location of service delivery is the South West region of the United Kingdom. The tender was published with an end date of 14th November 2025, leading to an active award on 26th November 2025 to the University of Bath. The contract period commenced on 1st December 2025 and is set to conclude on 31st March 2026.

This awarded contract of £13,851.33 presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in research and development, particularly those that specialise or seek to expand in laser technology and consultancy services. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) could benefit from such contracts, enhancing their market presence and demonstrating their capabilities in a competitive field, although the awarded supplier in this instance is a large-scale entity. Engagement in tenders like these can boost business growth and open doors for collaboration with esteemed institutions and government entities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

SOFHI Project Laser Wavelength Study

Notice Description

This is a notice for an awarded contract.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-93c0a375-f6f5-4e47-812e-8eed378dcc5c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/04da7053-623d-4dee-bed2-50cbcd634888
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£13,851 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£13,851 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
14 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
1 Dec 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 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
DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Wiltshire
Electoral Ward
Winterslow & Upper Bourne Valley
Westminster Constituency
Salisbury

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

UNIVERSITY OF BATH

Further Information

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