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title: "SX-610"
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# SX-610

Buyer: DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5504d04e-8b30-4fe7-8f7c-41c9fda9b312

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## Summary

The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), located in Salisbury, England, has completed a procurement process involving the purchase of security equipment, specifically the SX-610. The contract, valued at £122,082.74, was awarded to PACIFIC DEFENSE STRATEGIES, INC. as part of a single tender action, falling below the threshold. This tender focuses on goods in the security equipment category, with the process transitioning from the tender stage to award by 11 December 2025. The contractual period starts on 4 December 2025 and ends on 31 March 2026.

This tender offers growth opportunities particularly for SMEs, as the procurement method favoured smaller entities. Businesses involved in defence and security equipment manufacturing and distribution could find this tender particularly pertinent due to its classification and value. The direct procurement method highlights the importance of streamlined processes, presenting a strategic advantage for businesses that can deliver targeted, specified goods efficiently. The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory’s focus on security equipment underscores a continual need for innovative solutions, providing potential for further collaborations in future contracts.

## Notice

Purchase of SX-610

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/156f5cef-93cf-479c-8100-99a2e65aaa7e |
| 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 | 16 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Dec 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 4 Dec 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £122,082 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £122,082 |
| 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 | PACIFIC DEFENSE STRATEGIES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

### Codes

- 35121000 - Security equipment

## Release History

- 16 Dec 2025 at 11:30 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/156f5cef-93cf-479c-8100-99a2e65aaa7e
- 15 Dec 2025 at 12:59 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/156f5cef-93cf-479c-8100-99a2e65aaa7e
- 11 Dec 2025 at 12:39 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/156f5cef-93cf-479c-8100-99a2e65aaa7e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/156f5cef-93cf-479c-8100-99a2e65aaa7e
  16th December 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/184cf0d7-cf2c-41ef-84c8-1bd00811b8c4
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/cfdd80c2-f22e-4a27-bb34-c9d6e72c1008

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