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Rapid Technical Upskilling

D S T L DEFENCE SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY

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14 Mar 2022 at 14:23

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves the D S T L Defence Science & Technology Laboratory, who has awarded a contract titled "Rapid Technical Upskilling" aimed at enhancing capabilities in sectors like AI, Cyber, and Robotics. This tender falls under the services category, specifically for a training software package, with a total contract value of £200,000. The contract period commenced on 7th March 2022 and will conclude on 6th March 2023. The procurement method used was selective, with the tender phase having ended on 28th January 2022.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), that specialise in training solutions related to advanced technologies. Suppliers with experience in providing educational programmes or coaching services in the fields of AI, Data Science, Cybersecurity, or Robotics would be well-positioned to leverage their expertise. Engaging with a key government laboratory like D S T L can enhance a business's visibility and reputation within the public sector.

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Notice Title

Rapid Technical Upskilling

Notice Description

To work with an organisation who can partner with us to provide an offering which will enable rapid technical upskilling for each of our 22 key capabilities with priority focus on: AI & Data Science, Cyber and Robotics & Autonomous Systems.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/148d0575-3e4f-4ba4-8418-b1be8f07bd7c
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48931000 - Training software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Mar 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
28 Jan 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Mar 20223 years ago
Contract Period
7 Mar 2022 - 6 Mar 2023 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
D S T L DEFENCE SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
FAREHAM
Postcode
PO17 6AD
Post Town
Portsmouth
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ36 Central Hampshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Winchester
Electoral Ward
Southwick and Wickham
Westminster Constituency
Fareham and Waterlooville

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MDB SERVICE CONSULTING

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