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title: "ACC2026741 - The Ionech energy conversion system. A carbon neutral, non-toxic, lightweight power source"
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# ACC2026741 - The Ionech energy conversion system. A carbon neutral, non-toxic, lightweight power source

Buyer: DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b177da55-fe25-4186-8c32-d005411e0f0a

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## Summary

The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (DSTL) is seeking suppliers for the ACC2026741 tender, focusing on the development of the Ionech energy conversion system, which is characterised as a carbon-neutral, non-toxic, and lightweight power source. This tender falls within the research and development services industry and has an anticipated contract value of £91,388. The procurement was conducted through an open procedure and is currently complete, with the contract period spanning from 23rd February 2022 to 24th November 2022. Key dates include the tender deadline of 20th October 2021 and the award date of 17th January 2022.

This contract presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in research and development, particularly those focused on sustainable energy solutions. Companies able to offer innovative technologies and consultancy services related to carbon-neutral energy should consider competing for similar projects. Engaging in this tender process can enhance a firm’s portfolio, facilitate collaboration with government agencies, and potentially lead to further contracts within the expanding clean energy sector.

## 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/7305f602-feab-45cf-99c8-e50e3d98c805 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Mar 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Oct 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Jan 2022 |
| Contract period | 23 Feb 2022 - 24 Nov 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £91,388 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £91,388 |
| 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 | IONECH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 23 Mar 2022 at 14:07 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7305f602-feab-45cf-99c8-e50e3d98c805

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7305f602-feab-45cf-99c8-e50e3d98c805
  23rd March 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/123027b3-704f-414f-82ac-467833ce23c7
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/0d13349a-00b2-4c47-b6d4-9ad596dcc6a8
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