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Research & Analytical Support Package from Chatham House

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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31 Mar 2025 at 07:16

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence has completed the procurement process for a Research and Analytical Support Package from Chatham House, focused on military research and technology. The contract, valued at £183,852, targets delivering robust research and analysis of emerging factors impacting the future operating environment, which will guide further work in Innovation, Research and Experimentation to inform future force design. The contract period spans from April 11, 2025, until April 10, 2027, with the work being primarily delivered in London (postcode SP11 8HT). This procurement was carried out through a direct, single tender action method that was below the threshold.

This procurement contract presents substantial opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in military research and technological innovation. Given the focused nature of the project, businesses with expertise in research, analysis, and forward-looking technological assessments in defence and military operations will find this tender highly relevant. Engaging in this contract not only offers financial growth but also enhances the successful bidder's reputation by associating with a high-profile client like the Ministry of Defence.

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Notice Title

Research & Analytical Support Package from Chatham House

Notice Description

Research and Analysis of emerging factors impacting the future operating environment to enable closer focus for further work for Innovation, Research and Experimentation to inform future force design.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f5af7163-24bf-416e-b4b1-57b9128cf31e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/34fb703f-7850-4f80-923d-dab1fa5b33c6
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73410000 - Military research and technology

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£183,852 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£183,852 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
28 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
10 Apr 2025 - 10 Apr 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
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
Not specified

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THE ROYAL INSTITUTE OF INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS

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