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Innovation and Research InSight Unit (IRIS) Science and Technology Strategic Search Capability

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, C&C, OTHER

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21 Aug 2018 at 10:18

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence is seeking to procure services to enhance its understanding of global science and technology developments through a project titled "Innovation and Research InSight Unit (IRIS) Science and Technology Strategic Search Capability". This procurement, classified under the category of information systems or technology strategic review services, has a total contract value of £600,000 and is currently in the tender stage. The tender period closes on 21st September 2018, with the contract period set to commence on 3rd December 2018 and running until 2nd December 2021. The services will be delivered in London, United Kingdom.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in information systems or technology strategic review services. Companies with experience in science and technology assessments, particularly those capable of providing strategic advice and insights, will find themselves well-positioned to compete for this contract. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the contracting authority has indicated suitability for such organisations. This could be a valuable contract for those looking to expand their footprint in the public sector market.

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Notice Title

Innovation and Research InSight Unit (IRIS) Science and Technology Strategic Search Capability

Notice Description

The Innovation and Research InSight Unit (IRIS), a strategic-level science and technology assessment function in the Ministry of Defence, intends to contract for a service or services to improve its understanding of, and ability to report on global science and technology developments. This will support IRIS in its provision of strategic advice to Defence on new S&T developments, and how to respond to them. Additional information: To view this notice, register as a supplier here: http://www.contracts.mod.uk/delta/signup.html?userType=supplier and search for the notice with reference 'UK-London: Information systems or technology strategic review services.'.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/776e9a19-7a09-49ee-9417-cb267d1f8196
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

72222100 - Information systems or technology strategic review services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£600,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Aug 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
21 Sep 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
3 Dec 2018 - 2 Dec 2021 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, C&C, OTHER
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2HB
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
TLI London

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

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