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title: "ACC2027254 CHARYBDIS-001 a modular, open architecture for a reconfigurable unattended sensor deployment system"
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# ACC2027254 CHARYBDIS-001 a modular, open architecture for a reconfigurable unattended sensor deployment system

Buyer: DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-acefe84b-248c-4c28-9a26-a68cb03ff833

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## Summary

The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (DSTL) has recently completed the procurement process for a project titled "ACC2027254 CHARYBDIS-001," which focuses on developing a modular, open architecture for a reconfigurable unattended sensor deployment system. This contract, classified under research and development services, was awarded to Sonardyne International Limited with a total value of £299,372.75. The procurement process was conducted via an open procedure, allowing for the submission of proposals until the tender period ended on 20 October 2021. The contract is set to run from 30 March 2022 to 30 September 2022, with the work expected to be delivered to a specified address in Salisbury, England.

This contract represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in sensor technology and related consultancy services. Companies that provide advanced research and development services, particularly those that can offer innovative and modular solutions for unattended sensor systems, would be well-positioned to compete in future tenders of a similar nature. Additionally, larger firms with a proven track record in defence technology may find opportunities to collaborate or expand their offerings in partnership with DSTL and similar governmental organisations.

## Notice

DASA Contract - Published for transparency purposes only

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fda5ceb5-099a-4ea9-a636-410eb8a141a9 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Aug 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Oct 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Mar 2022 |
| Contract period | 29 Mar 2022 - 30 Sep 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £299,372 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £299,372 |
| 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 | SONARDYNE INTERNATIONAL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 5 Aug 2022 at 10:44 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fda5ceb5-099a-4ea9-a636-410eb8a141a9
- 5 Aug 2022 at 09:29 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fda5ceb5-099a-4ea9-a636-410eb8a141a9

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fda5ceb5-099a-4ea9-a636-410eb8a141a9
  5th August 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/ebf65659-b0f2-4f36-8a16-356fce064442
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/a3de23ed-dabe-42ad-b41e-26613a1ff18b
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/bd77fec7-d9ff-4f3e-8ca6-3df03fff9877
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d086f232-f3a4-4f0b-8be6-57439b0758ae

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