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ASTRID - AST070 Defence Strategy Under Deep Uncertainty

DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY

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Summary of the contracting process

The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (DSTL) is currently involved in a procurement process titled "ASTRID - AST070 Defence Strategy Under Deep Uncertainty," which falls under the research and development services industry category. Located in Salisbury, England, the procurement method is selective, operating as a call-off from a framework agreement, and has a contract value of £146,415.77. The contract period started on 3rd December 2021 and is set to conclude on 31st March 2022. The tender was completed as of 2nd December 2021, making it relevant for businesses seeking to engage in defence-related analytical services.

This contract presents significant growth opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in research and development, particularly those adept in robust analytical and decision-making methodologies. Companies with experience in defence policy, strategy development, or capability enhancement will be particularly well-suited to contribute to the requirements outlined by the MOD. By aligning their expertise with the DSTL's objectives, suitable businesses can leverage this contract to expand their market presence and enhance their service offerings in the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

ASTRID - AST070 Defence Strategy Under Deep Uncertainty

Notice Description

The purpose of this task is to improve MOD's ability to make strategic decisions that are robust to future uncertainty. To achieve this, the two specific objectives of the task are: * Demonstrate the application of robust analysis and decision techniques to one or two relevant Defence policy, strategy or capability development problems. * Increase the knowledge and skills of Dstl (and MOD) personnel in applying robust approaches in order to become an 'intelligent customer' and begin to develop the capability and capacity to deliver such novel analytical techniques 'in-house'.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-fd47e396-51c3-475a-a8d8-6cbd8d896398
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a468b4fc-f93e-44d7-814b-3e001dca3358
Current Stage
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All Stages
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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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£146,415 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£146,415 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Dec 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
2 Dec 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Dec 20214 years ago
Contract Period
3 Dec 2021 - 31 Mar 2022 1-6 months
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

BAE SYSTEMS (FARNBOROUGH 3

Further Information

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