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Horsefly data platform

DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY

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Award

28 May 2026 at 15:45

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process was initiated by the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory, located in Salisbury, England, for a contract titled "Horsefly data platform", classified under the IT services category (CPV code 72000000). The process has reached the Award stage with the contract awarded on 15th May 2026. The procurement method utilised was a direct, single tender action below the threshold, ensuring swift and efficient procurement. The service contract commenced on 1st May 2026 and will continue until 30th April 2027. The total value of the contract is £27,500, and it includes the use of AI Recruitment Technologies Limited's software. The delivery location is specified as postal code SP4 0JQ in Salisbury.

This tender offers significant business opportunities, primarily for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) operating in the IT consulting and software development sector. Businesses adept in providing innovative data solutions and scalable IT services could find themselves well-positioned to compete in similar future contracts. Engaging in such contracts with the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory can pave the way for growth and establishment in public sector procurement, offering a stable and reliable source of revenue. The nature of this direct procurement highlights the importance of maintaining a strong relationship with public sector buyers and being proactive in showcasing capability within industry standards and compliance.

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Notice Title

Horsefly data platform

Notice Description

Use of the Supplier's software, Horsefly.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f35f01f2-efcd-4e56-9fe3-955a3935d969
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3d8d7042-1967-42a1-aee1-5c5bd83a7fde
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£27,500 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£27,500 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
15 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 May 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
30 Apr 2026 - 30 Apr 2027 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
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

AI RECRUITMENT TECHNOLOGIES

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