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title: "Acoustic Characterization of Novel Propulsion Systems"
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# Acoustic Characterization of Novel Propulsion Systems

Buyer: DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-45b38ef7-7ccc-4906-a9f8-a9c16c02de33

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "Acoustic Characterization of Novel Propulsion Systems" is being conducted by the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (DSTL) located in Fareham, England. This tender falls under the Research and Development Services category and is currently in the Tender stage, with a submission deadline set for 21st May 2021. The value of the contract ranges from £65,000 to £100,000, and the procurement method employed is selective, being a call-off from a framework agreement designed for a pre-selected list of suppliers.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in research and development, particularly those with expertise in acoustic measurements and underwater vehicle technologies. Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) that can demonstrate capabilities relevant to the specified requirements are particularly encouraged to consider participation in this closed tender process, as it is designed for a limited pool of qualified suppliers from the R Cloud framework.

## Notice

This task is to measure the radiated noise characteristics of a flapping foil, novel propulsion system for an underwater vehicle. It involves the design of the experiments, measures the radiated acoustic pressure and analyses the measured data. This opportunity has been offered through the R Cloud framework to a down selected list of 13 suppliers based on capabilities; and is a closed procurement. This notice is for information/transparency only, and therefore suppliers are not required to approach DSTL to express their interest in this opportunity. For future R Cloud opportunities please visit - https://rcloud-v4.dstl.gov.uk/

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a9e08d5a-62c8-46b8-9d75-706122b7de45 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 May 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 21 May 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 17 Jun 2021 - 31 Mar 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY |
| Locality | FAREHAM |
| Post town | Portsmouth |
| Postcode | PO17 6AD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ36 Central Hampshire |
| Local authority | Winchester |
| Electoral ward | Southwick and Wickham |
| Westminster constituency | Fareham and Waterlooville |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 11 May 2021 at 12:54 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a9e08d5a-62c8-46b8-9d75-706122b7de45

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a9e08d5a-62c8-46b8-9d75-706122b7de45
  11th May 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/7f5ee377-c166-4db5-b256-4673c29f7962
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e98636f4-642c-48bb-9ed7-a623cad0926a
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/aa2fcd62-9b4c-46ea-b1a6-3753d78e73f1
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/915e44a1-0e27-45ee-b853-4cdd351280af

## Notice URLs

- https://rcloud-v4.dstl.gov.uk/

## Provenance

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