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USRP X310 KIT

DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY

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25 Mar 2026 at 11:07

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the 'USRP X310 KIT' has been completed by the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (DSTL). This tender falls under the industry category of research and development services, with the contract being awarded to DIGI-KEY CORPORATION. The procurement method used was direct, through a single tender action below threshold, specifically for goods. The contract pertains to deliveries in the South East region of the United Kingdom, with the awarding stage finalised on 23rd March 2026 after a tender period ending on 22nd March 2026. The contract, valued at £95,789.22, is set to run from 23rd March 2026 to 30th June 2026.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses that specialise in providing high-quality research and development equipment and related consultancy services. Given the procurement method and the specific nature of the goods required, larger entities with experience in handling specialised equipment and consultancy in technical fields are best suited to compete in similar future tenders. Although this contract was not oriented towards SMEs or VCSEs, it highlights the potential for businesses to engage with government bodies like DSTL, particularly those capable of delivering precise technical solutions within specified deadlines. Businesses located near the delivery address in the United Kingdom may find logistical advantages in pursuing similar contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

USRP X310 KIT

Notice Description

this contract has been awarded.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-bf682300-fcd0-449f-8fba-f5559540d650
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9dd3567e-5c6f-4248-a616-fa14b68175a2
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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
£95,789 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£95,789 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
22 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
23 Mar 2026 - 30 Jun 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
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Wiltshire
Electoral Ward
Winterslow & Upper Bourne Valley
Westminster Constituency
Salisbury

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DIGI-KEY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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