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title: "Technical Support to DSRS"
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# Technical Support to DSRS

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c84f617d-bdab-4b3a-b703-6669223c67ca

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence is seeking technical support for the Defence Strategic Radio Service (DSRS) through a selective procurement method, specifically by calling off from a framework agreement. The contract, valued at approximately £1,158,585, was awarded to QinetiQ Group PLC, with the contract period commencing on 23rd June 2021 and extending until 31st May 2025. This procurement process concluded with the award date on 22nd June 2021, following the tender period which ended on 31st May 2021. The service is classified under technical support services within the procurement industry category and pertains to the South West region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in technical support services, particularly those with capabilities in defence communications and radio technology. As the procurement is tailored towards securing expertise to maintain the operational capability of critical defence systems, companies that possess a strong portfolio in technical consultancy, engineering services, or project management in a military context would be well-positioned to compete. Though the contract is already awarded, future contracts in this domain may emerge, making it essential for interested businesses to stay engaged with this category of public procurement.

## Notice

QinetiQ Technical Support to safeguard DSRS capability

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5bb4610b-99b7-4238-a01c-82b61d9f41f5 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Oct 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 31 May 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Jun 2021 |
| Contract period | 22 Jun 2021 - 31 May 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,158,585 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,158,585 |
| 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, WILTSHIRE |
| 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 GROUP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71356300 - Technical support services

## Release History

- 11 Oct 2021 at 15:41 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5bb4610b-99b7-4238-a01c-82b61d9f41f5
- 23 Aug 2021 at 12:12 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5bb4610b-99b7-4238-a01c-82b61d9f41f5

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5bb4610b-99b7-4238-a01c-82b61d9f41f5
  11th October 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/dcdb63b9-97fc-4c66-b411-f8d6f8fe925a
  Signed Tasking Form (Redacted)
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/9b4e7acc-69a4-48ad-bf5d-9da5efe1a0bd
  Redacted Contract

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