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Dstl0000057897

DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY

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08 Jan 2026 at 16:12

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory, based in Porton Down, Salisbury, has awarded a contract for the procurement of a Crime Lite Laser - Blue & Green Kit. The procurement process was conducted through a direct procurement method, specifically categorised as "Below threshold - without competition", and has reached the Award stage. The contract, identified under the title "Dstl0000057897", is classified under the industry category of chemical products and is intended for delivery within the United Kingdom. The contract was signed on 5th January 2026, and covers a period starting from 6th January 2026 to 31st March 2026, with a gross contract value of £23,483.57.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in chemical products, especially those capable of supplying precise laser technology. Companies like Foster & Freeman Limited, which was awarded this contract, demonstrate the potential for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to collaborate with central government authorities such as the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory. Such tenders can drive business growth by fostering innovation and expanding market reach within the public sector. Businesses equipped to provide specialised products and reliable delivery within short timelines are well-suited to compete for similar opportunities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Dstl0000057897

Notice Description

Crime Lite Laser - Blue & Green Kit

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06022d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001597-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

24 - Chemical products

CPV Codes

24000000 - Chemical products

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£19,569 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
6 Jan 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
dstlcommercialservices@dstl.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

FOSTER & FREEMAN

Further Information

Notice Documents

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