--- title: "Defence Medical Services Research Steering Group" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-08ce0e55-1e97-4feb-9cd8-87d5dbed2055" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-08ce0e55-1e97-4feb-9cd8-87d5dbed2055" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-08ce0e55-1e97-4feb-9cd8-87d5dbed2055.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-08ce0e55-1e97-4feb-9cd8-87d5dbed2055.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE" published: "2026-07-21" --- # Defence Medical Services Research Steering Group Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-08ce0e55-1e97-4feb-9cd8-87d5dbed2055 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-08ce0e55-1e97-4feb-9cd8-87d5dbed2055) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-08ce0e55-1e97-4feb-9cd8-87d5dbed2055.json) ## Summary The Defence Medical Services Research Steering Group procurement process, managed by the Ministry of Defence, is currently in the planning stage. This research and development services tender, situated in the United Kingdom, focuses on military-relevant medical research, with no specific deadline for expressions of interest. The procurement process is open to various methodological approaches and technology readiness levels, enabling support for foundational to applied research projects. The procurement was last updated in July 2026, with engagement milestones running until the end of December 2027, marking important considerations for interested parties. This tender offers significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for companies operating within the medical research and healthcare service sectors. With the possibility of multi-year funding and support for diverse research methods, businesses can align their capabilities with military and healthcare needs. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, given their suitability for this tender. Those specialising in military healthcare advancements will find this a beneficial opportunity to contribute to vital government projects and potentially secure substantial funding. ## Notice Defence Medical Services Research Steering Group (DMSRSG) is the primary mechanism through which the DMS endorses and funds research activity. The research project must be of military relevance, scientifically robust, and offer value for money. DMSRSG supports military-relevant medical research. Projects are not restricted to a particular methodological approach or technology readiness level (TRL). We will support foundational science through to applied research. Where foundational science / early TRL activity is proposed there must be a feasible pathway to impact on clinical delivery or operational capability. Research must be predominantly medical or healthcare focused and we welcome qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods research. There is no limit on the amount of funding that can be requested per application. However, the overall commitment budget at any one DMSRSG meeting is approximately PS500k and we support multiple proposals at each round. Funding requests should always be commensurate with the activity proposed and can be multi-year. Priority areas are outlined in the calling notice. Please note that the EOI process is open all year round with no deadline. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fe8eac49-fc38-4220-9102-74281fcb9263 | | Notice type | Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Not specified | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 21 Jul 2026 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 31 Dec 2027 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | 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 | Planning | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | South West London | | Postcode | SW1A 2HB | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West | | ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London | | Local authority | Westminster | | Electoral ward | St James's | | Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services - 80 - Education and training services ### Codes - 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services - 80320000 - Medical education services ## Release History - 21 Jul 2026 at 09:00 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fe8eac49-fc38-4220-9102-74281fcb9263 - 17 Jul 2026 at 16:41 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fe8eac49-fc38-4220-9102-74281fcb9263 - 18 Jun 2026 at 12:16 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fe8eac49-fc38-4220-9102-74281fcb9263 - 11 Jun 2026 at 15:17 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fe8eac49-fc38-4220-9102-74281fcb9263 - 17 Apr 2025 at 10:57 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fe8eac49-fc38-4220-9102-74281fcb9263 - 3 Oct 2024 at 08:53 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fe8eac49-fc38-4220-9102-74281fcb9263 - 20 Sep 2024 at 14:14 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fe8eac49-fc38-4220-9102-74281fcb9263 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fe8eac49-fc38-4220-9102-74281fcb9263 21st July 2026 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e938f804-a381-47f3-882e-d73c845af7d7 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d6b56b05-11f4-4ac8-b391-d8e44417ce21 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/b2e79845-f896-4dc4-bd51-7df1041cd501 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/7ccc98e3-f761-485f-b3b8-d564d0bb061c - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/161bb584-0693-42fd-b7ac-f5f860d394cf - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/2192b208-795f-4a9f-a333-cc229d2864e6 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/65983f15-1cba-4ac3-a4b3-1b93d00724a3 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/36b50cfe-e2a3-4e48-8e37-a2b48ef98568 ## Notice URLs - https://www.gov.uk/guidance/research-and-clinical-innovation-rci-research ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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