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Mental Health Research Programme - TN

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence has concluded a procurement process titled "Mental Health Research Programme - TN," aimed at advancing research in mental health within large-scale combat operations. The procurement falls under the services industry category and is based in Lichfield and London, United Kingdom. This procurement has reached the award stage, with King's College London identified as the supplier tasked with leading the research initiative. The tender was conducted via direct award, with details documented under legal basis UKPGA 2023/54 and described as exempt from single-source requirements. The contract period spans from 2nd March 2026 to 28th February 2030, with the procurement method specifically designed for direct awards to facilitate timely and focused project delivery.

This tender presents significant opportunities for organisations involved in research and development, particularly those with expertise in mental health services. Businesses that specialise in research laboratory services can drive growth by contributing to innovative solutions aimed at enhancing mental health outcomes for military personnel. The substantial budget of £999,984.20 offers attractive prospects for large-scale industry players such as universities and organisations that excel in prototype development. King's College London's involvement highlights opportunities for established research institutions to collaborate with government entities, paving the way for future public sector partnerships and expanding their impact in strategic health-focused domains.

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Notice Title

Mental Health Research Programme - TN

Notice Description

Research under the banner of Mental health in Large Scale Combat Operations. Using this umbrella topic, this research will identify and develop smaller research projects in order to improve mental health outcomes for serving personnel.

Procurement Information

Exempt from single-source requirements: Per PA23 Schedule 2 Subject - Matter Exempted Contracts (including Research and development services at Para 22)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0670d6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025998-2026
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
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

73111000 - Research laboratory services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£999,984 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
£999,984 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Feb 20261 months ago
Contract Period
2 Mar 2026 - 28 Feb 2030 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active, Pending
Contracts Status
Active

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
LICHFIELD
Postcode
WS14 9PY
Post Town
Walsall
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG24 Staffordshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Lichfield
Electoral Ward
Whittington & Streethay
Westminster Constituency
Tamworth

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

KING'S COLLEGE LONDON

Further Information

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