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title: "FSbD 3.2 UAV Requirements"
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# FSbD 3.2 UAV Requirements

Buyer: DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a887e14a-c14c-4234-aad3-50f376430f3a

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## Summary

The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (DSTL) has completed the procurement process for "FSbD 3.2 UAV Requirements" in the unmanned aerial vehicles category. The procurement was conducted via a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, with a contract value of £299,267. The process began with a tender period that ended on 21st August 2024, followed by the award stage commencing on 25th September 2024. The contract period is set from 25th September 2024 to 30th September 2025, and the services will be delivered to Cody Technology Park, Farnborough (GU14 0LX). The contract was awarded to QinetiQ Limited, a large-scale supplier.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the design, manufacture, and supply of unmanned aerial systems, especially those capable of supporting complex defence-related requirements. The well-suited businesses for such opportunities are those with a focus on innovation and bespoke solutions in the defence sector. Companies looking to expand their portfolio and engage in projects with government defence organisations, such as the DSTL, can find growth prospects through such contracts, which often require advanced technological capabilities and strategic partnerships.

## Notice

FSbD 3.2 Requirements

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c56fdea3-9475-4e99-bbe7-d55c02e3f6bb |
| 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 | 17 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Aug 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Sep 2024 |
| Contract period | 24 Sep 2024 - 30 Sep 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £299,267 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £299,267 |
| 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 | QINETIQ |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

### Codes

- 35613000 - Unmanned aerial vehicles

## Release History

- 17 Oct 2024 at 13:32 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c56fdea3-9475-4e99-bbe7-d55c02e3f6bb

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c56fdea3-9475-4e99-bbe7-d55c02e3f6bb
  17th October 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/6b3df34b-eefd-408a-ac5a-7821d2f1f0ce
  Task Form Part B
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/daa1848e-b938-4f8a-ae71-db5170c95afb
  Task Form Part C

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