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title: "DSTL RCloud Enduring Autonomy T&E Capability test bed concept demonstration"
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# DSTL RCloud Enduring Autonomy T&E Capability test bed concept demonstration

Buyer: DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-95a96780-7809-4721-bc12-8c5236c69c07

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## Summary

The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (DSTL) has awarded a contract for the "DSTL RCloud Enduring Autonomy T&E Capability test bed concept demonstration" project, which falls under the research and development services and related consultancy services category. The procurement method used was selective, involving a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract's value is £1,991,894, with a minimum value of £1,799,663. The tender period ended on 26th October 2022, and the contract is set to run from 18th November 2022 to 31st March 2024, with the location specified as Porton Down, SALISBURY, England.

This tender awarded by DSTL provides an opportunity for businesses in the research and development services sector to engage in a high-value project. Companies specialising in autonomous technology and test bed concept demonstrations are well-suited to compete for this contract. Being an awarded contract, it signifies stability and ongoing collaboration with DSTL, presenting growth prospects for successful bidders. The project duration extending into 2024 offers a long-term business opportunity for interested firms to establish themselves within the defence technology market.

## Notice

DSTL RCloud Enduring Autonomy T&E Capability test bed concept demonstration. Published for transparency purposes.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2975eb11-d561-44db-9d90-8e502896dda9 |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Dec 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Oct 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Nov 2022 |
| Contract period | 18 Nov 2022 - 31 Mar 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,981,894 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,799,663 |
| 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 | RADNOR RANGE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 14 Dec 2022 at 13:52 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2975eb11-d561-44db-9d90-8e502896dda9

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2975eb11-d561-44db-9d90-8e502896dda9
  14th December 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/73f4b751-5ab8-47df-a6e0-39cbe9174c62
  RCloud Tasking Form Part A
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/a13c18b3-836b-457d-a5f8-e78fc915c604
  DSTL RCloud Tasking Form Part B (SoR & Assessment criteria)
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/4453fdb9-a5fa-45b0-87da-de506547d74a
  DSTL RCloud Tasking Form Part C (Commercial Summary) Redacted for FOIA purposes.

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