Planning

Materials for Strategic Advantage Programme

DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY

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Planning

14 Jul 2021 at 15:45

Summary of the contracting process

The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (DSTL) is currently in the planning stage of the "Materials for Strategic Advantage Programme". This procurement process, which falls under the category of Research and Development services and related consultancy services, is targeted at suppliers capable of providing innovative solutions for the Ministry of Defence's future Science & Technology investment in Materials & Manufacturing applicable to Space. Interested parties should submit their completed Request for Information (RFI) questionnaire by 13th August 2021. The engagement end date for this preliminary phase is also set for the same day, and it takes place in Salisbury, England.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) looking to expand their footprint in defence-related consulting and materials development. Suppliers with expertise in innovative materials and manufacturing processes, particularly those focused on space applications, would be well-positioned to respond to this RFI. Engaging with this procurement could facilitate partnerships and growth within an industry increasingly focused on advanced technology solutions for national security challenges.

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Notice Title

Materials for Strategic Advantage Programme

Notice Description

Dstl is undertaking a review which will help offer solutions on how MOD could target future Science & Technology (S&T) investment in Materials & Manufacturing for Space applications. In order to assist the Authority in defining its requirements and understanding of the marketplace, responses to the RFI Questionnaire are invited from capable and experienced suppliers. Those wishing to participate in this consultation are requested to email completed questionnaire responses directly to MSAProgramme@dstl.gov.uk by Friday 13th August, using the subject line 'MSA Materials for Space Consultation opt in'.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/81014c9b-a7d0-4ef8-8af3-3fa695de7c3e
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jul 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
13 Aug 2021Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY
Contact Name
Prakash Prema
Contact Email
pprema@dstl.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01980 954094

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

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