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title: "A Collaborative Robot"
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# A Collaborative Robot

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cb946643-0a7d-4876-a33c-62a11c5f0e78

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence is seeking the procurement of Collaborative Robot (Cobot) arm(s) and accessories to enhance remote working capabilities for hazardous activities. This tender falls under the "Industrial robots" category and is geared towards the development and support of Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) activities in Salisbury, South West England. Currently at the Tender stage, this open procedure (above threshold) has a closing date of 22 November 2024, and the contract is set to begin on 1 January 2025, running until 31 March 2028. The total contract value is estimated at GBP 350,000.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the industrial robotics sector, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) looking to expand their market footprint. Companies with expertise in manufacturing and supplying advanced robotic equipment and accessories are well-suited to participate. Winning this contract could lead to long-term growth through government partnerships and the potential for innovation and development in remote working technologies. Interested businesses should ensure they meet the technical requirements and prepare to submit their bids promptly.

## Notice

The procurement of Collaborative Robot (Cobot) arm(s) and accessories to support the development and implementation of remote working capabilities for a range of hazardous activities undertaken by Dstl. Please use the below link to complete the ITT: https://contracts.mod.uk/go/943820780192B9ED471D

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9662f767-637d-48c6-bd50-c328c5bbd7d3 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2025 - 31 Mar 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £350,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| 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) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 42997300 - Industrial robots

## Release History

- 23 Oct 2024 at 15:12 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9662f767-637d-48c6-bd50-c328c5bbd7d3

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9662f767-637d-48c6-bd50-c328c5bbd7d3
  23rd October 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://contracts.mod.uk/go/943820780192B9ED471D

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