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title: "Echoscope Upgrade"
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# Echoscope Upgrade

Buyer: DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2d9a1d40-b971-49d4-982b-6430e799f30c

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## Summary

The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (DSTL) has awarded a contract for the "Echoscope Upgrade" project, focusing on equipment related to sonars. This procurement, which falls under the goods category, utilised a direct procurement method via a single tender action, valued at £31,360 (exclusive of VAT). The contract commenced on 15th July 2022 and is scheduled to conclude on 31st August 2022. The relevant delivery address for this project is located in Salisbury, England. The tender period officially ended on 5th July 2022, with the award announcement published on 22nd July 2022.

This contract provides significant business growth opportunities for SMEs, particularly those specialising in sonar technology and related goods. Companies that can offer innovative upgrades or services for sonar equipment would be well-suited to compete in this market. Engaging with DSTL or similar public sector organisations can also pave the way for future contracts within the defence sector, enhancing a firm's visibility and credibility in the industry.

## Notice

Dstl awarded a contract to Coda Octopus for an upgrade to Echoscope equipment for the value of PS31,360 (Ex VAT)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c05ef5d8-b986-47e2-8545-97809ffb49ec |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Aug 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Jul 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 14 Jul 2022 |
| Contract period | 14 Jul 2022 - 31 Aug 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £31,360 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £31,360 |
| 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 | CODA OCTOPUS PRODUCTS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 38113000 - Sonars

## Release History

- 5 Aug 2022 at 08:34 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c05ef5d8-b986-47e2-8545-97809ffb49ec
- 22 Jul 2022 at 11:43 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c05ef5d8-b986-47e2-8545-97809ffb49ec

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c05ef5d8-b986-47e2-8545-97809ffb49ec
  5th August 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e21ff6a7-ddba-47a2-9302-2d2e5b9475f2
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c49fe735-f43d-455f-92a1-bb205247e3ce
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/ff80db82-c1dc-47dd-b045-96ead947f511

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