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Trace Screening Instruments (TSI) for Explosives

DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY

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08 Apr 2022 at 12:08

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Summary of the contracting process

The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) has completed a tender process for the procurement of Trace Screening Instruments for Explosives, valued at £61,107.49. This tender falls within the goods category, specifically under laboratory, optical and precision equipment. The procurement method employed was an open procedure, which concluded on 4th January 2022, with the contract period starting from 1st April 2022 and running until 31st March 2025. The primary location for delivery is Salisbury, England, as specified in the contract.

This awarded contract presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in manufacturing or supplying laboratory equipment. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations may find this tender particularly attractive, as it fosters competition from a diverse supplier base. Companies capable of providing advanced screening technology and related services are well-positioned to leverage this opportunity for business growth within the defence and security sectors.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Trace Screening Instruments (TSI) for Explosives

Notice Description

This notice is published for transparency purposes only. Dstl has contracted for the provision of trace screening equipment for use by one of its Divisions.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d326b24b-f9c8-4411-b55e-f55f742912f7
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6596737e-254c-4e84-959e-b85302abdfbe
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

CPV Codes

38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£61,107 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£61,107 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Apr 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
4 Jan 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Mar 20223 years ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2022 - 31 Mar 2025 3-4 years
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

SMITHS DETECTION-WATFORD

Further Information

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