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Technical Overwatch to Watchkeeper Project - Awarded

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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29 Nov 2017 at 15:56

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence has awarded a contract titled "Technical Overwatch to Watchkeeper Project," classified under technical services within the defence industry. The procurement process involved a selective tendering method, utilising a call-off from the FATS 5 framework agreement. The contract, valued at £720,656, commenced on 1st November 2017 and is set to conclude on 30th September 2018. The awarded supplier for this contract is QinetiQ Limited, and the work is expected to take place in Wales, United Kingdom. Key dates include the tender period, which ended on 23rd October 2017, and the award date of 31st October 2017.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in technical services relevant to defence projects. Companies with expertise in technical oversight, engineering, or related consulting services may find this contract aligns well with their capabilities. Engaging in such contracts can help businesses expand their portfolio and establish long-term relationships with major public sector entities, enhancing their credibility and market reach.

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Notice Title

Technical Overwatch to Watchkeeper Project - Awarded

Notice Description

This is a task called off under the FATS 5 framework agreement to provide technical overwatch to the Watchkeeper Project.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c919e7b3-64a4-4fc9-b705-45f2c471af1f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ae5bf8da-a23f-48ae-adbf-e84108a2ad1a
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71356000 - Technical services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£720,656 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£720,656 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Nov 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
23 Oct 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Oct 20178 years ago
Contract Period
1 Nov 2017 - 30 Sep 2018 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
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS34 8JH
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
TLL Wales

Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Stoke Park & Cheswick
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

QINETIQ

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