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title: "701575702 - Services to support Royal Navy uncrewed surface vehicles (USV) development"
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# 701575702 - Services to support Royal Navy uncrewed surface vehicles (USV) development

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2ec7d912-45b6-45f4-a27a-3d26b0f2f4a3

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the Ministry of Defence, which has awarded a contract titled "Services to support Royal Navy uncrewed surface vehicles (USV) development" in the research services industry. This contract, valued at £101,667, is for services to assist in the development of uncrewed surface vehicles and is located in the South West region of England. The procurement method used was a direct approach, specifically a single tender action below the threshold, with the tender period having ended on 20th August 2021. The contract period runs from 15th September 2021 to 31st March 2022.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in research and development services related to unmanned maritime systems or similar technologies. Businesses that can demonstrate specific expertise or qualifications in maritime technology and innovation will be well-positioned to compete effectively in future tenders or contracts of a similar nature. The inclusion of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) has been recognised, indicating that such businesses should consider engaging with the Ministry of Defence for upcoming opportunities.

## Notice

701575702-Services to support Royal Navy uncrewed surface vehicles (USV) development. Contract Award Notice.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d14ef0fb-fa0a-4e65-8fa7-99500b79e93c |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Sep 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Aug 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Sep 2021 |
| Contract period | 14 Sep 2021 - 31 Mar 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £101,667 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £101,667 |
| 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 | PORTSMOUTH |
| Post town | Portsmouth |
| Postcode | PO2 8BY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ31 Portsmouth |
| Local authority | Portsmouth |
| Electoral ward | Nelson |
| Westminster constituency | Portsmouth North |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH ENTERPRISE (LTD |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 23 Sep 2021 at 11:28 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d14ef0fb-fa0a-4e65-8fa7-99500b79e93c
- 23 Jul 2021 at 13:48 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f859b5f8-11e5-44b6-8bc7-8d2cf25c3043

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d14ef0fb-fa0a-4e65-8fa7-99500b79e93c
  23rd September 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f859b5f8-11e5-44b6-8bc7-8d2cf25c3043
  23rd July 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/3f98b1e2-e3f6-4ad5-85c1-0ae990274fb4
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