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SCEPTRE Software Procurement

DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY

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Summary of the contracting process

The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (DSTL) has awarded a direct procurement contract to Force Effect Ltd for the procurement of SCEPTRE software. This contract falls under the industry category of "Research and development services and related consultancy services" (CPV 73000000) and is located at Porton Down, Salisbury, England (postal code SP4 0JQ). The procurement process was conducted as a single tender action below the threshold, with the tender period ending on 29th February 2024. The contract period spans from 10th June 2024 to 31st October 2024, with a total value of £132,550. This procurement is particularly suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), although it is not aimed at voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs).

This procurement offers growth opportunities for businesses specialising in research, development, and software services, particularly those capable of providing tailored software solutions like the SCEPTRE software. SMEs with expertise in research and development consultancy can find this contract particularly beneficial, as it allows them to showcase their capabilities within a high-profile defence and technology setting. By being the selected supplier, firms can build a significant portfolio in the public sector, potentially leading to enhanced reputation and future contract opportunities within similar domains.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

SCEPTRE Software Procurement

Notice Description

Procurement of SCEPTRE software from Force Effect Ltd

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c9661f7b-2159-4023-889c-083e3f87c5d0
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1e5a7110-87c6-42b4-b72d-79bb2d8c42bc
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
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£132,550 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£132,550 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Aug 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
29 Feb 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Jun 20241 years ago
Contract Period
9 Jun 2024 - 31 Oct 2024 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
Not specified
Local Authority
Wiltshire
Electoral Ward
Winterslow & Upper Bourne Valley
Westminster Constituency
Salisbury

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FORCE EFFECT

Further Information

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