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ADM Part Certification Guidance (Tampa)

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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25 Mar 2026 at 13:16

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence has completed the procurement process for the delivery of Strategic Additive Manufacturing (AdM) part certification guidance, emphasising its significance within the defence security regime. This project, titled "ADM Part Certification Guidance (Tampa)", aimed to advance an existing joint Defence and industry guide, ensuring ongoing accessibility for industry stakeholders in AdM. ASTM International UK has been awarded the contract for this initiative, valued at £24,000 gross, commencing on 12th November 2025 and concluding on 31st March 2026. The procurement method employed was direct, below the threshold without competition, as indicated by its status on the award stage as of 25th March 2026. The Ministry of Defence, located in London, serves as the central government public authority overseeing this acquisition.

This procurement provides an opportunity for businesses involved in research and development consultancy services within the additive manufacturing sector to access advanced certification guidance, enhancing their operational standards and market competitiveness. Companies with similar specialisations may find opportunities to collaborate or compete in related future tenders, particularly those with expertise in defence and security. This initiative is particularly beneficial for large-scale businesses focused on technological innovation and strategic development in the manufacturing domain, offering them a chance to influence industry standards and gain recognition within governmental frameworks.

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Notice Title

ADM Part Certification Guidance (Tampa)

Notice Description

Contract for the delivery of a Strategic Additive Manufacturing (AdM) part certification guide. This work is to mature an already previously developed joint Defence and industry guide and seeks to ensure the information remains open and free to access for industry in AdM.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0673dc
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027323-2026
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£20,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Nov 20254 months ago
Contract Period
12 Nov 2025 - 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
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2EU
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

ASTM INTERNATIONAL

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