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title: "DSTL Explosives Training"
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# DSTL Explosives Training

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, DSTL, DEFENCE SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY (DSTL)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-21b3148c-060c-4c9f-951a-b5feef4a10cc

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence, specifically the Defence Science & Technology Laboratory (DSTL), has issued a contract titled "DSTL Explosives Training" for the provision of training services aimed at staff handling energetic materials. The procurement is classified under the CPV category of Personnel-training services and was conducted using a selective procurement method known as a restricted procedure. The contract period spans from 1 April 2017 to 31 March 2020, with the tender period concluding on 22 November 2016 and a total value of £151,200. The training will occur at two locations: Porton Down and Fort Halstead in the South East region of the United Kingdom.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those with expertise in personnel training services, especially for organisations skilled in delivering specialised training in hazardous materials. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find this procurement particularly appealing, allowing them to expand their service offerings and client base within the defence sector. With the current contract awarded to Tonanti Ltd, there is potential for similar firms to either compete for future tenders or partner with established providers for collaborative opportunities.

## Notice

The requirement calls for a training provider to deliver training for staff who work with energetic material. The course will be delivered at both Porton Down and Fort Halstead alternating between sites. 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-Fareham: Personnel-training services.'.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6c2dc7dd-8b76-4cbe-bf6e-d682b918478c |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Jan 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Nov 2016 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Nov 2016 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2017 - 31 Mar 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £151,200 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £151,200 |
| 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 | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, DSTL, DEFENCE SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY (DSTL) |
| Locality | FAREHAM |
| Post town | Portsmouth |
| Postcode | PO17 6AD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ36 Central Hampshire |
| Local authority | Winchester |
| Electoral ward | Southwick and Wickham |
| Westminster constituency | Fareham and Waterlooville |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | TONANTI |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79632000 - Personnel-training services

## Release History

- 28 Jan 2017 at 12:24 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6c2dc7dd-8b76-4cbe-bf6e-d682b918478c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6c2dc7dd-8b76-4cbe-bf6e-d682b918478c
  28th January 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.contracts.mod.uk/delta/signup.html?userType=supplier

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