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title: "Advanced SAR target characterization and 3D imaging exploiting micro-motions"
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# Advanced SAR target characterization and 3D imaging exploiting micro-motions

Buyer: DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1e842768-2bd4-4fa8-b326-12407d507fcb

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## Summary

The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory has successfully concluded the procurement process for the contract titled "Advanced SAR target characterization and 3D imaging exploiting micro-motions" within the Research and Development Services category. The procurement was conducted via a single tender action, below the threshold, and the contract was awarded to the University of Strathclyde. This project involves a contract value of £50,000 with the period running from 1 October 2024 to 30 March 2028. The procurement stage has reached completion, with the award officially made on 16 October 2024 and published on 23 October 2024. The pertinent activity will take place in Salisbury, England, at the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory's Porton Down location.

This contract presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in research and development services, particularly those with capabilities in advanced imaging and radar technologies. Large enterprises with experience in similar fields are well-suited to link with the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory for future projects. Companies involved in defence technology and innovation can leverage such contracts to enhance their portfolio and secure additional government contracts, bolstering their market credibility and expertise in high-tech applications.

## Notice

Contract already awarded, published for transparency purposes only

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4ba78d61-2f03-4083-9ff9-a99a6005597f |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Oct 2024 |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2024 - 30 Mar 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £50,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £50,000 |
| 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 23 Oct 2024 at 08:23 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4ba78d61-2f03-4083-9ff9-a99a6005597f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4ba78d61-2f03-4083-9ff9-a99a6005597f
  23rd October 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e173220d-fbd4-4250-9eee-dbc1fd9e8581

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