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715761462 UK5 Transp CBRN

Ministry of Defence

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

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21 May 2026 at 11:08

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
AwardUpdate

21 May 2026 at 11:05

UK5 - Transparency Notice
Award

08 May 2026 at 15:55

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
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08 May 2026 at 15:47

UK5 - Transparency Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence has initiated a contract process titled "715761462 UK5 Transp CBRN" aimed at reducing the risk of exertional heat illness (EHI) by calibrating work-rest schedules in personal protective equipment usage. Located at DMS Whittington in Lichfield, the project falls under the services category with a focus on military research and technology. The procurement has proceeded to the contract update stage, with the award being active since 15th April 2026, and it's set to end on 31st August 2029. The procurement utilised a direct award method due to specific exemptions, involving a gross contract value of GBP 283,228.67, and is guided by legal standards stated in UKPGA 2023/54.

This tender presents notable opportunities for businesses specialising in applied physiology and neuroscience, particularly those with capabilities in military-grade technology development. Given its direct award nature, businesses already holding a strong relationship with central government bodies or possessing unique capabilities in areas like physiological studies and equipment standards could find it especially advantageous. The project offers a three-year window to contribute to pioneering developments in the field, potentially setting a new standard for PPE usage in challenging environments, which could open doors to further government collaborations.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

715761462 UK5 Transp CBRN

Notice Description

To reduce the risk of EHI, maximum PPE wear-time is regulated by work-rest schedules, which are adjusted according to work rate and weather conditions. Currently, the work-rest schedules are thought to be too conservative, preventing specialist users from training effectively. This 3-year applied physiology-neuroscience project aims to calibrate the current work-rest schedules.

Procurement Information

As per PA23 Schedule 2 Subject - Matter Exempted Contracts (including Research and development services at Para 22)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069500
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046903-2026
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

73410000 - Military research and technology

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£283,228 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£283,228 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 May 20263 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
15 Apr 2026 - 31 Aug 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

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
Postcode Area
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

Imperial College of Science, Technology and Medicine

Further Information

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