--- title: "Provision of Research Support and Analysis to the DCDC Strategic Analysis Team" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-07d29e5d-ec89-4ba3-8ac2-bf1fad613b5e" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-07d29e5d-ec89-4ba3-8ac2-bf1fad613b5e" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-07d29e5d-ec89-4ba3-8ac2-bf1fad613b5e.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-07d29e5d-ec89-4ba3-8ac2-bf1fad613b5e.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, C&C, C&C" published: "2017-09-24" --- # Provision of Research Support and Analysis to the DCDC Strategic Analysis Team Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, C&C, C&C Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-07d29e5d-ec89-4ba3-8ac2-bf1fad613b5e [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-07d29e5d-ec89-4ba3-8ac2-bf1fad613b5e) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-07d29e5d-ec89-4ba3-8ac2-bf1fad613b5e.json) ## Summary The UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) is seeking tenders for the "Provision of Research Support and Analysis to the DCDC Strategic Analysis Team." This procurement falls under the category of feasibility study, advisory service, and analysis, specifically intended to support the development of UK Defence policy and strategy. The procurement is currently in the Tender stage, with the deadline for submitting tenders set for 6th October 2017 at 10:00, and the opening of tenders on the same day at 11:00. The contract period is expected to commence on 24th November 2017 and continue until 30th November 2021, with the services being delivered in the South West region of the United Kingdom. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, allowing a wide range of suppliers to participate. This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in research and analysis services relevant to defence and policy development. Firms with expertise in advisory services, data analysis, and strategic planning will find this opportunity particularly aligned with their capabilities. Given the MOD's focus on enhancing defence strategies, companies that can demonstrate a strong understanding of security classifications and policy frameworks are encouraged to submit their bids. The opening of this contract could lead to a long-term engagement with the MOD, thereby fostering sustained business development in the sector. ## Notice Text to be corrected in the original notice: Place of text to be modified: IV.2 Instead of: Administrative information IV.2.1) Previous publication concerning this procedure: Notice number in the OJ S: 2017/S 101 - 200509 IV.2.2) Time limit for receipt of tenders or requests to participate Date: 06/10/2017 Time: 10:00 IV.2.4) Languages in which tenders or requests to participate may be submitted: English, IV.2.6) Minimum time frame during which the tenderer must maintain the tender: Duration in month(s): 3 IV.2.7) Conditions for opening of tenders: Date: 06/10/2017 Time: 11:00 Read: Administrative information IV.2.1) Previous publication concerning this procedure: Notice number in the OJ S: 2017/S 101 - 200509 IV.2.2) Time limit for receipt of tenders or requests to participate Date: 20/10/2017 Time: 10:00 IV.2.4) Languages in which tenders or requests to participate may be submitted: English, IV.2.6) Minimum time frame during which the tenderer must maintain the tender: Duration in month(s): 3 IV.2.7) Conditions for opening of tenders: Date: 20/10/2017 Time: 11:00 The UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) Development, Concepts and Doctrine Centre (DCDC) Strategic Analysis team requires the provision of research and analysis services to support the delivery of analysis to inform UK Defence policy and strategy development. Additional information: To view this notice, register as a supplier here: http://www.contracts.mod.uk/delta/signup.html?userType=supplier and search for the notice with reference 'UK-Shrivenham: Feasibility study, advisory service, analysis.'. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1de63e39-9a3f-410e-94b1-b1b04c5eea85 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 24 Sep 2017 | | Submission deadline | 6 Oct 2017 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 24 Nov 2017 - 30 Nov 2021 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, C&C, C&C | | Locality | SHRIVENHAM | | Post town | Swindon | | Postcode | SN6 8LA | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire | | ITL 3 | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC | | Local authority | Vale of White Horse | | Electoral ward | Watchfield & Shrivenham | | Westminster constituency | Witney | | Delivery location | TLK South West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services ### Codes - 71241000 - Feasibility study, advisory service, analysis ## Release History - 24 Sep 2017 at 12:33 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1de63e39-9a3f-410e-94b1-b1b04c5eea85 - 21 Sep 2017 at 09:33 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1de63e39-9a3f-410e-94b1-b1b04c5eea85 - 17 Sep 2017 at 09:21 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1de63e39-9a3f-410e-94b1-b1b04c5eea85 - 26 Aug 2017 at 08:45 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1de63e39-9a3f-410e-94b1-b1b04c5eea85 - 21 Aug 2017 at 08:43 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1de63e39-9a3f-410e-94b1-b1b04c5eea85 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1de63e39-9a3f-410e-94b1-b1b04c5eea85 24th September 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - http://www.contracts.mod.uk/delta/signup.html?userType=supplier ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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