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title: "Procurement of Optical Wedges"
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# Procurement of Optical Wedges

Buyer: DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8235b92a-d91d-4da6-8561-3eab77b85d4d

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## Summary

The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (DSTL) has completed the procurement process for large diameter optical wedges under the title "Procurement of Optical Wedges". This contract falls within the research and development services industry category. The procurement, identified as DSTL0000040768, used a direct procurement method via single tender action below the threshold. The delivery location is Porton Down, Salisbury, with the contract period running from 17th December 2024 to 17th January 2025. The total contract value is £15,346. Notably, the award was made to E & EO UK Ltd on 17th December 2024, as announced on 19th December 2024.

This procurement presents valuable opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) involved in the manufacturing and supply of specialised optical equipment. The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory, known for its significant projects and robust funding, is an attractive client for businesses aiming to enhance their growth and reputation. Companies with expertise in research and development services and related consultancy will find this contract particularly beneficial, given DSTL's ongoing need for high-quality and precise optical components.

## Notice

Procurement of large diameter optical wedges

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4793c140-d5c6-4322-ab3d-4f73024d9807 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Dec 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Dec 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Dec 2024 |
| Contract period | 17 Dec 2024 - 17 Jan 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £15,346 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £15,346 |
| 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 | E & EO |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 19 Dec 2024 at 16:12 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4793c140-d5c6-4322-ab3d-4f73024d9807

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4793c140-d5c6-4322-ab3d-4f73024d9807
  19th December 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/2a2b5561-831e-4978-985b-06f667e9724b

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