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title: "AWE20 SME Support Fund"
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# AWE20 SME Support Fund

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b84951a4-e517-4e48-b6dd-0585892d3ac8

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence is awarding the "AWE20 SME Support Fund" contract, which falls within the military research and technology industry category. This procurement process was initiated through a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The procurement took place in Bristol, England, with the contract period commencing on 8th March 2021 and concluding on 10th March 2021. The tender period concluded on 1st March 2021, and the total contract value is £22,839.97.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) looking to expand in the defence sector. Companies with expertise in military research and technology, particularly those equipped to provide innovative solutions and services to the Ministry of Defence, would be well-positioned to compete for similar contracts in the future. The inclusion of SMEs in the procurement process highlights the government's commitment to fostering a diverse supplier base, encouraging innovation and competitiveness among smaller businesses.

## Notice

Award of SME Support Funding in support of AWE20

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8dc0b65e-0616-4556-861e-7f7d93f1581f |
| 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 | 29 Nov 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Mar 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Mar 2021 |
| Contract period | 8 Mar 2021 - 10 Mar 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £22,839 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £22,839 |
| 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 | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS34 8JH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire |
| Local authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Electoral ward | Stoke Park & Cheswick |
| Westminster constituency | Filton and Bradley Stoke |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | UAVE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73410000 - Military research and technology

## Release History

- 29 Nov 2021 at 12:42 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8dc0b65e-0616-4556-861e-7f7d93f1581f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8dc0b65e-0616-4556-861e-7f7d93f1581f
  29th November 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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