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title: "Swarm Based Network Defence (SBND)"
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# Swarm Based Network Defence (SBND)

Buyer: DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-120b38f3-147c-4ea8-94b1-ac559d3ad277

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## Summary

The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory is seeking to procure services related to cyber information system support through a tender titled "Swarm Based Network Defence (SBND)." This procurement falls under the category of research and development services, with a total contract value of £273,862. The procurement method is selective, conducted as a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period ended on 19 November 2021, while the contract was awarded on 22 November 2021, starting a term that extends until 31 March 2022. The relevant delivery location for this contract is the South East region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses, particularly small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), within the cyber security or research and development sectors. Companies that specialise in innovative technology solutions, consultancy services, or have experience in defence-related projects would be well-positioned to engage with such contracts. Participating in similar tenders can facilitate growth and expansion into government contracts, thus enhancing a firm's portfolio and reputation in the industry.

## Notice

Cyber information system support.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8603dd92-b4f0-44ff-ab46-d17fbc4a047e |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Dec 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Nov 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Nov 2021 |
| Contract period | 22 Nov 2021 - 31 Mar 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £273,862 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £273,862 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY |
| Locality | SALISBURY |
| Post town | Salisbury |
| Postcode | SP4 0JQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK72 Wiltshire |
| Local authority | Wiltshire |
| Electoral ward | Winterslow & Upper Bourne Valley |
| Westminster constituency | Salisbury |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BAE SYSTEMS APPLIED INTELLIGENCE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 20 Dec 2021 at 12:25 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8603dd92-b4f0-44ff-ab46-d17fbc4a047e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8603dd92-b4f0-44ff-ab46-d17fbc4a047e
  20th December 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/7349f9af-f653-4f6e-9710-b79533ead712
  Call - Off Tasking Form

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