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Building Characterisation Study 2

DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY

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01 Sep 2025 at 15:31

Summary of the contracting process

The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory, a prominent entity in Salisbury, England, has awarded a contract titled "Building Characterisation Study 2". This contract pertains to the industry category of building surveying services and is situated at Dstl Porton Down. Procured through a selective method via a call-off from the Scape Framework, the process reached the award stage on 1st September 2025, following the tender period which ended on 13th August 2025. The contract, valued at £191,397.01, commenced on 15th August 2025 and is set to conclude on 31st March 2026. The procurement did not specifically target SMEs or VCSEs.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for large businesses in the building surveying sector, especially those adept at working within framework agreements. Engaging in such governmental projects can propel business growth by providing significant contract value and enhancing industry reputation. The opportunity suits firms experienced with detailed characterisation studies, especially in complex defence-related environments, allowing them to leverage their expertise while potentially forming a long-term strategic partnership with the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory.

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Notice Title

Building Characterisation Study 2

Notice Description

Building characterisation study in a building at Dstl Porton Down, placed via the Scape Framework

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a57ba44e-2621-4cd5-bf75-9afe193d7b53
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/871665bc-99c7-44a0-aff4-5170468b4ce8
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71315300 - Building surveying services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£191,397 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£191,397 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
13 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Aug 20256 months ago
Contract Period
14 Aug 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 6-12 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
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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
Not specified

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PERFECT CIRCLE

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