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title: "DSTL0000008431 Quantum Comms Research"
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# DSTL0000008431 Quantum Comms Research

Buyer: DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6f02fc57-1f54-4378-bf1b-fb86c82658f8

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## Summary

The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory has awarded a contract for research and experimental development services related to quantum communications to the University of Sussex. The contract, titled "DSTL0000008431 Quantum Comms Research," has a value of £71,808 GBP. The procurement method used was a direct approach under a single tender action below the threshold. The contract period runs from the 5th of October 2022 to the 31st of March 2026. The buying organization is located in Porton Down, SALISBURY, SP40JQ, England, and the tender was awarded on the 5th of October 2022, with the deadline for the tender period set for the 12th of August 2022.

This contract for research services in the goods category presents an opportunity for businesses in the research and experimental development sector to collaborate and expand their capabilities. Companies with expertise in quantum communications research or related fields would be well-suited to compete for similar tenders in the future. Understanding the specific requirements and technologies involved in quantum communications will be essential for businesses looking to engage in such procurement processes and contribute to advancements in this cutting-edge field.

## Notice

Contract already awarded - published for transparency purposes only.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/42f59fa9-7d8c-44fd-991f-b8802904404d |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Dec 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Aug 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 4 Oct 2022 |
| Contract period | 4 Oct 2022 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £71,808 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £71,808 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73100000 - Research and experimental development services

## Release History

- 12 Dec 2022 at 17:36 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/42f59fa9-7d8c-44fd-991f-b8802904404d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/42f59fa9-7d8c-44fd-991f-b8802904404d
  12th December 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/b29cf3b3-72b4-44d4-bf17-3c381d82004c
  Task overview
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/493cbc4e-f088-4426-8dac-c2ee2a91395b
  Purchase Order

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