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title: "Shape Changing Robotics: Current Status and Future Directions"
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# Shape Changing Robotics: Current Status and Future Directions

Buyer: DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6228331b-f8ba-4078-8a53-b0c7ac0a34ef

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## Summary

The procurement process, initiated by the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory, concerns the contract titled "Shape Changing Robotics: Current Status and Future Directions." This project falls under the research and development services category and is located in the South East of England. The procurement method used was an open procedure below threshold, with the tender period closing on 6th May 2022. The contract was awarded on 30th May 2022, with a total value of £97,980, and is set to commence on the award date and run until 31st December 2022.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the research and development sector, particularly those with expertise in robotics and related technological services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) would be particularly well-suited to compete, given the focus on innovative solutions in a rapidly evolving industry. Engaging with this procurement can enhance business growth through collaborations on cutting-edge projects that align with the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory's objectives.

## Notice

Contract Awarded

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e1a1bf38-5ff5-44c2-a7b5-9952c376193a |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 May 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 6 May 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 May 2022 |
| Contract period | 29 May 2022 - 31 Dec 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £97,980 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £97,980 |
| 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 | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | UNIVERSITY OF BATH (THE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 30 May 2022 at 10:54 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e1a1bf38-5ff5-44c2-a7b5-9952c376193a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e1a1bf38-5ff5-44c2-a7b5-9952c376193a
  30th May 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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