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title: "Horizon Scanning Hub"
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current_stage: "Award"
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# Horizon Scanning Hub

Buyer: DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-16c971aa-20e3-4701-93e9-6e35ce199c35

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## Summary

The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (DSTL) completed the procurement of the "Horizon Scanning Hub" service, which focuses on identifying and assessing emergent technologies in support of defence futures. The contract, valued at £2 million, was awarded to BAE SYSTEMS (FARNBOROUGH 3) LIMITED and is active from 13 October 2021 until 30 March 2024. The procurement process was a selective type, carried out via a call-off from a framework agreement, and took place in the South West region of the United Kingdom. The tendering period concluded on 13 September 2021.

This contract represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in research and development services and consultancy within the defence industry. Companies proficient in technology monitoring, horizon scanning, and technical assessments are particularly well-suited to compete for similar tenders. Engaging with governmental bodies like DSTL can facilitate growth and innovation, making this an advantageous area for organisations looking to expand their services in the public sector.

## Notice

In support of the development of a new Defence Science and Technology Futures focus, Dstl requires the provision of services supporting the identification and assessment of a range of emergent technologies and concepts, including (but not limited to); Horizon Scanning, Technology Watching, subject assessment (i.e. Deep Dives and consideration of the 'So What'?) to enable futures work with industry working collaboratively or independently in response to customer/stakeholder requirements.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c7969b29-b906-46a4-bec1-ba877894a433 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Jan 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Sep 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Oct 2021 |
| Contract period | 12 Oct 2021 - 30 Mar 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £2,000,000 |
| 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 | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BAE SYSTEMS (FARNBOROUGH 3 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 25 Jan 2022 at 09:24 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c7969b29-b906-46a4-bec1-ba877894a433
- 2 Dec 2021 at 14:09 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c7969b29-b906-46a4-bec1-ba877894a433
- 5 Nov 2021 at 16:10 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c7969b29-b906-46a4-bec1-ba877894a433

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c7969b29-b906-46a4-bec1-ba877894a433
  25th January 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/0b811d7a-7d74-43ee-ab7e-8dc64fc319ca
  Tasking Order Form
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/bc122d76-bb08-46bf-8b0a-05aa75856e1e
  SOR
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/bafbdeaa-0c14-44d9-abaa-d3f6ca97528f
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d974208a-095e-40c6-b93e-3e36e91de135
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e89ece47-848f-417d-9be1-b2afdc3ebb46
  Tasking Order Form

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