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DSTL0000060729

DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY

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16 Mar 2026 at 13:25

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process managed by the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory involves the acquisition of Resonant Acoustic Mixing (RAM) technology, specifically focusing on laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. This contract, with Defence Science and Technology Laboratory as the buying organisation, falls under the category of public authority - central government. It is located in Salisbury, United Kingdom, with the procurement currently in the award stage, having been completed on 16 March 2026. The procurement method used was direct, without competition, and the contract period began on 26 February 2026 and is set to end on 31 March 2026. The buyer's contact email is dstlcommercial-ipmoandoperationalservices@dstl.gov.uk.

This contract presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in laboratory and precision equipment manufacturing, particularly those offering Resonant Acoustic Mixing technology. The procurement method was below threshold direct awarding, suggesting that businesses able to supply specialised goods could find prospects within such processes. SMEs specialising in laboratory equipment like RESODYN ACOUSTIC MIXERS, INC, which were awarded this contract, demonstrate an example of how smaller organisations can align their niche offerings with government procurement needs. This scenario is particularly beneficial for companies that can navigate direct procurement processes and offer unique or innovative solutions tailored to central government requirements.

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Notice Title

DSTL0000060729

Notice Description

Resonant Acoustic Mixing (RAM) technology - Awarded contract

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066b07
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023501-2026
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

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)


CPV Codes

38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£45,733 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Feb 20261 months ago
Contract Period
26 Feb 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

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

RESODYN ACOUSTIC MIXERS

Further Information

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