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title: "Technical Overwatch to Watchkeeper Project - Awarded"
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# Technical Overwatch to Watchkeeper Project - Awarded

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c919e7b3-64a4-4fc9-b705-45f2c471af1f

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence has awarded a contract titled "Technical Overwatch to Watchkeeper Project," classified under technical services within the defence industry. The procurement process involved a selective tendering method, utilising a call-off from the FATS 5 framework agreement. The contract, valued at £720,656, commenced on 1st November 2017 and is set to conclude on 30th September 2018. The awarded supplier for this contract is QinetiQ Limited, and the work is expected to take place in Wales, United Kingdom. Key dates include the tender period, which ended on 23rd October 2017, and the award date of 31st October 2017.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in technical services relevant to defence projects. Companies with expertise in technical oversight, engineering, or related consulting services may find this contract aligns well with their capabilities. Engaging in such contracts can help businesses expand their portfolio and establish long-term relationships with major public sector entities, enhancing their credibility and market reach.

## Notice

This is a task called off under the FATS 5 framework agreement to provide technical overwatch to the Watchkeeper Project.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ae5bf8da-a23f-48ae-adbf-e84108a2ad1a |
| 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 | 29 Nov 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Oct 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Oct 2017 |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2017 - 30 Sep 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £720,656 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £720,656 |
| 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 | TLL Wales |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71356000 - Technical services

## Release History

- 29 Nov 2017 at 15:56 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ae5bf8da-a23f-48ae-adbf-e84108a2ad1a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ae5bf8da-a23f-48ae-adbf-e84108a2ad1a
  29th November 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/86757612-3be6-4990-9b2e-d39ad2629817
  Tasking Form

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