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title: "Provision of Independent Test and Reference Services"
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# Provision of Independent Test and Reference Services

Buyer: DEFENCE EQUIPMENT & SUPPORT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-42f92260-6e9a-4916-96da-26f3a63d4a90

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Provision of Independent Test and Reference Services" was conducted by DEFENCE EQUIPMENT & SUPPORT, located in Bristol, England. This tender falls under the services category, specifically relating to test and evaluation as per the CPV classification. The procurement method used was a direct single tender action, and the contract was awarded on 10th May 2018, with an active contract period commencing from 11th May 2018 and concluding on 31st March 2023. The total value of the contract is £6,349,830, which is indicative of its significant scope.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for companies in the testing and evaluation sector, particularly those with the capability to provide independent assessment services. Businesses that are well-suited to participate in this procurement are likely to be established firms with experience in defence-related evaluations, though smaller firms may also find niche opportunities. Engaging with this contract could facilitate business growth through collaboration or subcontracting arrangements, especially for companies aiming to expand their footprint in the public sector.

## Notice

Provision of Independent Test and Reference Services

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8141f535-fba7-42ed-b40d-e2e4761efd0e |
| 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 | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Jul 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Mar 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 May 2018 |
| Contract period | 10 May 2018 - 31 Mar 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £6,349,830 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £6,349,830 |
| 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 EQUIPMENT & SUPPORT |
| 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

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73430000 - Test and evaluation

## Release History

- 26 Jul 2018 at 14:53 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8141f535-fba7-42ed-b40d-e2e4761efd0e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8141f535-fba7-42ed-b40d-e2e4761efd0e
  26th July 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/cc75e471-5a41-42aa-93ea-578038cba140
  JSENS/00137 - Contract

## Provenance

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