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title: "IPMO1987 Project COOPER"
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# IPMO1987 Project COOPER

Buyer: DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6ddd55e0-c8d5-4010-a7f9-fb1a08421861

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## Summary

The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (DSTL) has concluded the tender process for Project COOPER, which involves RIBA 0-2 Services for the design and construction of a new facility at Porton Down in the South West of England. The procurement falls under the building construction work category, specifically targeting services. The tender process was completed with the award on 2nd March 2026, and the contract period is set to commence on 3rd March 2026, concluding on 31st July 2026. DSTL employed a selective procurement approach through a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract, valued at £300,421.56, was awarded to Morgan Sindall Construction & Infrastructure Ltd.

This tender presents substantial business growth opportunities for large-scale businesses with expertise in building construction services, particularly those positioned to deliver within the specified contract period and region. The selective procurement method suggests a preference for established firms acquainted with framework agreements, facilitating experienced contractors in showcasing their capability in managing projects efficiently. Companies with a robust portfolio in similar constructions can leverage their expertise for potential future engagements with governmental projects in the South West region.

## Notice

RIBA 0-2 Services for Design and construct of new facility at Dstl Porton Down.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b694c776-bebf-44fa-8d4a-249f542bc2e6 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 3 Mar 2026 - 31 Jul 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £300,421 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £300,421 |
| 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 | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MORGAN SINDALL CONSTRUCTION & INFRASTRUCTURE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45210000 - Building construction work

## Release History

- 2 Mar 2026 at 12:32 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b694c776-bebf-44fa-8d4a-249f542bc2e6

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b694c776-bebf-44fa-8d4a-249f542bc2e6
  2nd March 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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