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GOTT Evaluation 2.2

DEPARTMENT FOR SCIENCE, INNOVATION & TECHNOLOGY

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Science, Innovation & Technology, located in London, is overseeing a procurement process titled "GOTT Evaluation 2.2," aiming to secure expertise in evaluation and technology transfer services. This contract falls under the services category with a focus on research services, indicated by CPV classification 73110000. The procurement method employed is direct and below the threshold, meaning it was conducted without competition. The process is currently at the contract award stage with the contract being signed on 22 December 2025, and it is due to conclude on 17 April 2026, with a possible extension. The involved supplier is SQW ltd, an SME based in Oxford.

This tender offers a robust opportunity for businesses specialising in research and technology transfer to showcase their capabilities on a high-profile government project. Given that this contract is below the threshold and was awarded without competition, it provides significant opportunities for smaller businesses to secure government contracts in niche service areas. Companies with expertise in innovation evaluation and technological transfer solutions will find themselves suitably positioned for similar future tenders, expanding their scope and contributing to governmental strategic mandates. The possibility of contract renewal further offers prolonged engagement and stability for the successful supplier.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GOTT Evaluation 2.2

Notice Description

The Government Office for Technology Transfer (GOTT) is a delivery unit within the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT). GOTT sought an external supplier with the relevant expertise (including evaluation and innovation/technology transfer) and skills to deliver the next phase of the Whole GOTT evaluation (Phase 2.2). This phase will take place in Q3/Q4 FY2025/26 (Oct / Nov 25 to Mar 26).

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060a7d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018888-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£62,470 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Dec 20253 months ago
Contract Period
22 Dec 2025 - 17 Apr 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
DEPARTMENT FOR SCIENCE, INNOVATION & TECHNOLOGY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2EG
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

SQW

Further Information

Notice Documents

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