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title: "Provision of Watchkeeper Steady State Training Support Services at MOD Boscombe Down"
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# Provision of Watchkeeper Steady State Training Support Services at MOD Boscombe Down

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a6aa3b3a-fa72-49bb-b07b-ac78ae124a61

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## Summary

The public procurement process, managed by the MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, involved a tender titled "Provision of Watchkeeper Steady State Training Support Services at MOD Boscombe Down." This procurement falls under the services industry category, specifically related to training manual preparation. Located in the South West of England, the procurement process utilized a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period concluded on 16 August 2018, and the contract was awarded to QinetiQ Limited, with a total contract value of £434,337 running from 17 August 2018 to 16 August 2021.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in training support services and logistics, particularly those with experience in defence contracts. Companies that provide training methodologies, documentation, and ongoing support in military contexts would be well-suited to explore future tenders of a similar nature. Engaging in such contracts can facilitate growth within the defence sector, enabling firms to expand their capabilities and client portfolios.

## Notice

Provision of Watchkeeper Steady State Training Support Services at MOD Boscombe Down.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/df37d3a5-3e27-4c6f-91bf-5384e684c27e |
| 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 | 23 Aug 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Aug 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Aug 2018 |
| Contract period | 16 Aug 2018 - 16 Aug 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £434,337 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £434,337 |
| 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 | HAMPSHIRE |
| Post town | Salisbury |
| Postcode | SP11 8HJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ36 Central Hampshire |
| Local authority | Test Valley |
| Electoral ward | Andover Millway |
| Westminster constituency | North West Hampshire |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | QINETIQ LIMITED (AIR AND SPACE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 92312212 - Services related to the preparation of training manuals

## Release History

- 23 Aug 2018 at 13:19 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/df37d3a5-3e27-4c6f-91bf-5384e684c27e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/df37d3a5-3e27-4c6f-91bf-5384e684c27e
  23rd August 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f7296ea8-48ae-492e-9adb-5000b3d31f4f
  Tasking Form

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