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title: "Project SOLARIUM Phase 1"
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# Project SOLARIUM Phase 1

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2232925d-1742-403a-8f10-a63124c89c7b

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence has completed the procurement process for Project SOLARIUM Phase 1. The project involves research consultancy services with a value of £225,000. The procurement method used was selective, involving a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period ended on January 9, 2023, and the contract period is from January 24, 2023, to March 31, 2023. The procurement was carried out in the South East region, United Kingdom, and falls under the main procurement category of services.

This tender by the Ministry of Defence for Project SOLARIUM Phase 1 presents an opportunity for businesses, especially those in the research consultancy services sector, to engage with the government. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations are well-suited to compete for this contract. By participating in this tender, businesses can support the Defence outputs of UKStratCom and contribute to the enhancement of operational models and processes for better future delivery.

## Notice

UKStratCom is seeking external assistance to support the initial phase of Programme SOLARIUM and ensure the timely and demonstrable delivery of change. Through the establishment of a clearly defined operating model and improved, simplified, and standardised processes, UKStratCom will be able to better deliver its Defence outputs now and in the future.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/76a128aa-28e5-4db7-a8d9-16b6c3c9bf29 |
| 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, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 Feb 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Jan 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Jan 2023 |
| Contract period | 24 Jan 2023 - 31 Mar 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £225,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £225,000 |
| 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 | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | SHRIVENHAM |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN6 8LA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC |
| Local authority | Vale of White Horse |
| Electoral ward | Watchfield & Shrivenham |
| Westminster constituency | Witney |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73210000 - Research consultancy services

## Release History

- 6 Feb 2023 at 16:25 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/76a128aa-28e5-4db7-a8d9-16b6c3c9bf29
- 6 Feb 2023 at 16:21 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/76a128aa-28e5-4db7-a8d9-16b6c3c9bf29

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/76a128aa-28e5-4db7-a8d9-16b6c3c9bf29
  6th February 2023 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c7c2058e-23a0-48f3-81f8-d7d54ab8a997
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/64ec2db1-6d36-4206-a9c6-87bcc598118c

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