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title: "DCEAT WP5 Test & Experimentation: Generation after next Communications Experimentation - National Spectrum Centre"
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# DCEAT WP5 Test & Experimentation: Generation after next Communications Experimentation - National Spectrum Centre

Buyer: DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6b68dc81-ecb8-4f7f-937e-05c5c87eab2b

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## Summary

The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory has completed a procurement process for the "DCEAT WP5 Test & Experimentation: Generation after next Communications Experimentation" project, classified under research and development services. The tender, which was part of a selective procurement method via a framework agreement, was awarded to QINETIQ LIMITED for a total value of £519,442.03. The contract period runs from 2nd February 2022 to 31st March 2022, with this notice published on 4th March 2022 for transparency purposes only, as the contract has already been awarded.

This opportunity may present significant growth potential for businesses focused on research and development services, particularly those operating in the technology and communications sectors. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are especially well-suited to participate in similar tenders, as this procurement indicates a preference for innovative solutions that can deliver on specialised projects. Companies interested in expanding their capabilities in experimental communications technologies and consultancy could find further opportunities in upcoming related procurements.

## Notice

Contract already awarded, notice is for transparency purposes only.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/64796197-7d6d-4a1e-98a2-96b429290b5f |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Mar 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Feb 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Feb 2022 |
| Contract period | 2 Feb 2022 - 31 Mar 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £519,442 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £519,442 |
| 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 | QINETIQ |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 4 Mar 2022 at 11:04 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/64796197-7d6d-4a1e-98a2-96b429290b5f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/64796197-7d6d-4a1e-98a2-96b429290b5f
  4th March 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c4e90d91-8142-4048-aa2c-27f20a20216f
  Redacted-Final Contract

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