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title: "715733503 Tempest Test DCO Configurable"
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published: "2026-02-10"
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# 715733503 Tempest Test DCO Configurable

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c25d260b-f8b8-4684-bc3b-5ff37284ca16

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence has completed a selective procurement process titled "715733503 Tempest Test DCO Configurable," focusing on systems testing services within the South West region of the United Kingdom. This tender was part of a call-off from a framework agreement, with the procurement stage reaching the award phase on 2nd February 2026. Key contracts were set to start on 4th February and conclude on 6th February 2026. The total contract value is £20,583, and the primary industry category falls under services. The process was complete upon selection of the supplier, QinetiQ Limited, a large-scale enterprise with headquarters in Farnborough, Hampshire.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in systems testing services, particularly those capable of delivering high-quality, rapid response solutions. Companies that are adept in navigating framework agreements and possess the necessary certifications for working with government agencies will find this contract especially appealing. Although the contract was awarded to QinetiQ Limited, the procurement process's nature indicates ongoing opportunities in similar projects for SMEs in the defence services sector that wish to expand their offerings within the UK defence infrastructure.

## Notice

Delivery of TEMPEST: Type C New Nexor Diodes

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dbc165e5-af9f-43b8-af52-1b6692bf4038 |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 4 Feb 2026 - 6 Feb 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £20,583 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £20,583 |
| 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 | CORSHAM |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN13 9NR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK72 Wiltshire |
| Local authority | Wiltshire |
| Electoral ward | Corsham Ladbrook |
| Westminster constituency | Chippenham |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 72254100 - Systems testing services

## Release History

- 10 Feb 2026 at 14:00 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dbc165e5-af9f-43b8-af52-1b6692bf4038

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dbc165e5-af9f-43b8-af52-1b6692bf4038
  10th February 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/15e81208-ff5d-4c24-a2aa-2406b37119de
  20260121-LTPA_Tasking_Form_TEMPEST Test DCO Configurable_FS_OSC_redacted

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