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title: "Autonomy in Maritime Autonomous Systems Technical Study"
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# Autonomy in Maritime Autonomous Systems Technical Study

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-28d52943-6855-426e-b54c-8cb6b50757b4

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## Summary

The recent procurement process, initiated by the Ministry of Defence in the United Kingdom, focused on the "Autonomy in Maritime Autonomous Systems Technical Study" within the industry category of feasibility studies and advisory services. The procurement was carried out through a selective method as a call-off contract under the FATS5 framework agreement. The tender period concluded on 21 March 2018, with the awarded contract valued at £41,272.92, which commenced on 10 May 2018 and is set to end on 13 August 2018. The project is located in the South West region of England, specifically Bristol.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in maritime technology and autonomous systems, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that can provide innovative solutions and analyses. Companies with expertise in feasibility studies and technology advisory services would be particularly well-suited to compete for future projects under similar framework agreements, leveraging their ability to meet the advanced requirements of the Ministry of Defence and contribute to the development of cutting-edge maritime technologies.

## Notice

Call Off Contract under FATS5 framework agreement. Contract award for Autonomy in Maritime Autonomous Systems Technical Study.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4551176a-0004-4e58-8d96-6e07cfbdccc8 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 May 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Mar 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 May 2018 |
| Contract period | 9 May 2018 - 13 Aug 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £41,272 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £41,272 |
| 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 | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS34 8JH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire |
| Local authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Electoral ward | Stoke Park & Cheswick |
| Westminster constituency | Filton and Bradley Stoke |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71241000 - Feasibility study, advisory service, analysis

## Release History

- 23 May 2018 at 11:30 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4551176a-0004-4e58-8d96-6e07cfbdccc8

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4551176a-0004-4e58-8d96-6e07cfbdccc8
  23rd May 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/173ee91b-1f4f-4795-95bb-87efbbb5e599
  FATS Tasking Order Form
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c8e12a97-417b-489e-8121-050c80aa18f3
  Statement Of Work

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