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title: "LWC Force Optimisation and Experimentation"
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# LWC Force Optimisation and Experimentation

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7ee5b2cc-b85c-4b03-a33b-23e81f02b9a6

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## Summary

The procurement process for the contract titled "LWC Force Optimisation and Experimentation" has been completed by the Ministry of Defence, falling under the category of Military research and technology. The contract, valued at £2,800,000, was awarded following a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from the DSTL ASTRID framework. The execution of the contract commenced on 17th September 2021 and is set to conclude on 1st April 2023. The work is to be carried out at a delivery location in Warminster, South West England, with the tender period for bids ending on 16th September 2021.

This contract presents a significant opportunity for businesses within the defence and military services sector, particularly those offering research and technology services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in military technology solutions or research methodologies would be well-positioned to compete for similar future tenders. The experience gained from participating in such contracts may enable these businesses to expand their capabilities and client base in the competitive public procurement landscape.

## Notice

This is the transparency notice of award of contract under the DSTL ASTRID framework for Land Warfare Centre (LWC)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5379db96-5965-4e9d-a9e8-e6c21090c540 |
| 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 | 20 Oct 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Sep 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Sep 2021 |
| Contract period | 16 Sep 2021 - 1 Apr 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,800,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £2,800,000 |
| 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 | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | WARMINSTER |
| Post town | Bath |
| Postcode | BA12 0DJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK72 Wiltshire |
| Local authority | Wiltshire |
| Electoral ward | Warminster North & Rural |
| Westminster constituency | South West Wiltshire |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BAE SYSTEMS OPERATIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73410000 - Military research and technology

## Release History

- 20 Oct 2021 at 16:59 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5379db96-5965-4e9d-a9e8-e6c21090c540

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5379db96-5965-4e9d-a9e8-e6c21090c540
  20th October 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/4ff1476e-f898-4a36-be25-d8165461134a
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d31a0e33-c0c3-431b-83f3-bab48782dc4c
  n/a

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