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title: "Materials for Strategic Advantage Programme"
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# Materials for Strategic Advantage Programme

Buyer: DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cb16cb51-2cd8-460d-a1d7-3bc9b7aa8ddd

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## Summary

The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (DSTL) is currently in the planning stage of the "Materials for Strategic Advantage Programme". This procurement process, which falls under the category of Research and Development services and related consultancy services, is targeted at suppliers capable of providing innovative solutions for the Ministry of Defence's future Science & Technology investment in Materials & Manufacturing applicable to Space. Interested parties should submit their completed Request for Information (RFI) questionnaire by 13th August 2021. The engagement end date for this preliminary phase is also set for the same day, and it takes place in Salisbury, England.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) looking to expand their footprint in defence-related consulting and materials development. Suppliers with expertise in innovative materials and manufacturing processes, particularly those focused on space applications, would be well-positioned to respond to this RFI. Engaging with this procurement could facilitate partnerships and growth within an industry increasingly focused on advanced technology solutions for national security challenges.

## Notice

Dstl is undertaking a review which will help offer solutions on how MOD could target future Science & Technology (S&T) investment in Materials & Manufacturing for Space applications. In order to assist the Authority in defining its requirements and understanding of the marketplace, responses to the RFI Questionnaire are invited from capable and experienced suppliers. Those wishing to participate in this consultation are requested to email completed questionnaire responses directly to MSAProgramme@dstl.gov.uk by Friday 13th August, using the subject line 'MSA Materials for Space Consultation opt in'.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/81014c9b-a7d0-4ef8-8af3-3fa695de7c3e |
| Notice type | Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Jul 2021 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 13 Aug 2021 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planning |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| 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 | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 14 Jul 2021 at 15:45 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/81014c9b-a7d0-4ef8-8af3-3fa695de7c3e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/81014c9b-a7d0-4ef8-8af3-3fa695de7c3e
  14th July 2021 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/ee990c01-0398-495a-8f7e-881a8d9ae89f
  REQUEST FOR INFORMATION QUESTIONNAIRE

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