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# Contract Award Notice

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-262c99db-5fa9-44a2-a27e-067568f38f3b

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence has awarded a contract for the provision of UV Lamps and White Light Meters required for non-destructive testing services within the UK's aircraft community. The contract, valued at £256,100 GBP, follows an open procurement method, completed under an open procedure (below threshold). The contract began on 21 January 2025 and will continue until 20 January 2030, addressing delivery across a wide range of locations including British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. The procurement category falls under services with a focus on non-destructive testing (CPV code: 71632200). This announcement marks the award stage of the procurement process, with Labquip NDT Limited being the successful supplier.

This contract presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs, as indicated by the suitability requirements. Companies engaged in providing non-destructive testing services or those dealing with specialised equipment such as UV Lamps and White Light Meters are well-positioned to compete and potentially benefit from sub-contracting or supply chain partnerships. The extensive contract duration affords businesses a stable and long-term engagement, fostering sustained growth and expanded market presence in the public sector. Interested suppliers should align their offerings with the stringent requirements of the Ministry of Defence to capitalise on future opportunities within this procurement framework.

## Notice

This notice is to advise that a contract has been awarded after an open competition. This is for the requirement of UV Lamps and White Light Meters for the Aircraft community within the UK MOD

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/84fae8da-eaaa-4b14-8e86-0ae87a585c4f |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Jun 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Jan 2025 |
| Contract period | 21 Jan 2025 - 20 Jan 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £256,100 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £256,100 |
| 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 | DEESIDE |
| Post town | Chester |
| Postcode | CH5 2LS |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL3 North Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL34 Flintshire and Wrexham |
| Local authority | Flintshire |
| Electoral ward | Queensferry and Sealand |
| Westminster constituency | Alyn and Deeside |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | LABQUIP NDT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71632200 - Non-destructive testing services

## Release History

- 18 Feb 2025 at 15:45 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/84fae8da-eaaa-4b14-8e86-0ae87a585c4f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/84fae8da-eaaa-4b14-8e86-0ae87a585c4f
  18th February 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/bfe84920-9c85-4eb3-a2d9-caeba9ec3891
  Redacted Contract
- https://contracts.mod.uk/esop/guest/go/opportunity/detail?opportunityId=58092
  Link to DSP Opportunity Notice

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