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title: "Com GaAs-Hyperabrupt Varactor Components"
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# Com GaAs-Hyperabrupt Varactor Components

Buyer: DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b9b7e1fb-5d06-4646-8638-e8c65cc03cd2

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## Summary

The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) has awarded a contract for GaAs-Hyperabrupt Varactor Components to Castle Microwave Limited. This procurement process, classified under the industry category of Diodes (CPV code 31712340), involved a direct procurement method through a single tender action below the threshold. The contract, valued at £87,600, covers the delivery of components to the South West region of the United Kingdom. The tender period ended on 10th February 2025, and the contract period is from 19th February 2025 to 31st March 2025.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), particularly those specialising in electronic components and advanced semiconductor technologies. By securing such contracts, businesses can strengthen their portfolios, enhance their reputations, and establish more robust relationships with government organisations. The direct procurement method indicates a streamlined process, suitable for well-prepared and responsive SMEs within the specified industry category.

## Notice

AWARDED CONTRACT, NOTICE FOR TRANSPARENCY PURPOSES ONLY. Dstl awarded a contract for GaAs-Hyperabrupt Varactor Components to Castle Microwave Limited.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f230d60b-88ab-46df-8867-1762f51f09b0 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Feb 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Feb 2025 |
| Contract period | 19 Feb 2025 - 31 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £87,600 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £87,600 |
| 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 | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CASTLE MICROWAVE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

### Codes

- 31712340 - Diodes

## Release History

- 26 Feb 2025 at 12:50 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f230d60b-88ab-46df-8867-1762f51f09b0
- 20 Feb 2025 at 13:34 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f230d60b-88ab-46df-8867-1762f51f09b0

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f230d60b-88ab-46df-8867-1762f51f09b0
  26th February 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/b99282b9-9c18-487a-8643-c53b4687dc00
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/b9474b02-0620-4bad-8269-b1418f318e01
  Purchase Order

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