Planning

RFI for S&T Intelligence Project

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Planning

21 Oct 2021 at 07:27

Market Engagement Notice
Planning

07 Oct 2021 at 07:12

Market Engagement Notice
Planning

06 Oct 2021 at 10:09

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "RFI for S&T Intelligence Project." This initiative focuses on acquiring software platforms that aid in horizon scanning and technology watch capabilities, particularly for Defence and Security. The specific aim is to improve the efficiency of analysts in identifying and understanding emerging science and technology trends. The engagement end date for interested parties is set for 26th November 2021, with the procurement classified under the software package and information systems category. The delivery of goods and services is to occur in the South East region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, especially those offering software solutions in data analysis and technology management. Firms ranging from micro to large enterprises are encouraged to participate, making this an inclusive opportunity for various suppliers. Companies specialising in automated software platforms, advanced analytics, or those with innovative solutions to enhance capability in identifying and prioritising research and technology developments would be well-positioned to compete in this tender process.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

RFI for S&T Intelligence Project

Notice Description

The purpose of this Request for Information (RFI) is to understand the capability of horizon scanning, or technology watch software platforms and any associated advanced analytics available from the market, particularly automated solutions. Dstl is looking for a software platform to enhance and multiply the efforts of our analysts looking for emerging Science and Technology (S&T) with implications for Defence and Security. Analysts need a software platform to speed up and improve finding relevant content (research, investment/funding, patents etc.), understanding how the content is interconnected, filtering/prioritising results, visualising and analysing the S&T landscape and how it's changing (including the key actors driving the change), and collaborating with others to create a shared view of a scientific or technology development. Analysts need support in interpreting and judging all of the above to assist them determine which of these signals have most implications for Defence. Our capability to find relevant content and assess it needs to scale up whilst the number of analysts remains the same. Semi-automated or fully-automated searching for relevant content and advanced analytics to help understand the evolving science and technology landscape and how/when it could affect Defence and Security are of particular interest. Platforms not covering all of these areas will not be excluded, and platforms designed for other applications that can be adapted to all or part of the need will be considered. The output of this RFI will be used to help Dstl develop its procurement strategy and requirements. Dstl is interested in companies of all sizes from Micro through to Large Enterprises to offer their ideas or products that may fulfil all or part of this need. Additional information: Full details, including contact information, are in the attached RFI document.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f9be26ae-46ee-45f0-b8ee-cabba38e29d1
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8e7bc4ca-fa3a-4e59-b7ac-8b42eafe8e65
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Oct 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
26 Nov 2021Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

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
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
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Winchester
Electoral Ward
Southwick and Wickham
Westminster Constituency
Fareham and Waterlooville

Further Information

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