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title: "HQ Resolve Darksky"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE"
published: "2021-03-30"
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# HQ Resolve Darksky

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3a4869fe-f3c6-434a-81dd-1586ea7c6895

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## Summary

The MINISTRY OF DEFENCE has recently completed the procurement phase for the contract titled "HQ Resolve Darksky," falling under the industry category of Research services. The procurement process was initiated through a selective method as a call-off from a framework agreement, with a contract value of £31,857.25. The contract period commenced on 3rd March 2021 and is set to conclude on 10th September 2021. This procurement notice was published on 30th March 2021, following the active award date of 11th February 2021, and the delivery address is located in the South West region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) within the research services sector to expand their business. Businesses that specialise in research and analysis, particularly those with capabilities that align with defence needs, would be well-suited to compete. With the MINISTRY OF DEFENCE as the buying authority, stakeholders can leverage this contract to enhance their portfolio and establish a partnership with a crucial governmental body.

## Notice

This is not an opportunity, it is a contract award notice in accordance with the Governments transparency agenda.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ffb17438-3f6e-4cd7-be91-53e000c3d5af |
| 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 |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Mar 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Jan 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Feb 2021 |
| Contract period | 3 Mar 2021 - 10 Sep 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £31,857 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £31,857 |
| 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 | LONDON |
| 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 | ROKE MANOR RESEARCH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 30 Mar 2021 at 14:55 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ffb17438-3f6e-4cd7-be91-53e000c3d5af

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ffb17438-3f6e-4cd7-be91-53e000c3d5af
  30th March 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d2e0d171-5be9-4a39-b18f-26b74cc2a4db

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