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title: "DNO-434 Nuclear Deterrence Fund (Dec 24)-CAN"
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# DNO-434 Nuclear Deterrence Fund (Dec 24)-CAN

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cc793ef6-83e6-4b72-b66e-949af7bba16a

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence has awarded a contract under the title "DNO-434 Nuclear Deterrence Fund (Dec 24)-CAN". This procurement process, aimed at services in the military research and technology sector (CPV code 73410000), involves a contract valued at GBP 49,790. The contract covers various regions including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, the United Kingdom, and internationally. The tender stage is complete, with the contract period running from 17th December 2024 to 31st March 2025. The procurement method utilised was selective, via a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system, and the award was published on 24th January 2025.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in military research and technology services. Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly well-suited to participate in such government initiatives. The successful supplier, RAND Community Interest Company, based in Cambridge, United Kingdom, exemplifies the types of organisations that can grow through involvement in defence sector contracts. Engaging in this area can open doors to further government contracts and contribute to business growth within a highly specialised and impactful industry.

## Notice

Contract Award Notice for the December 2024 phase of the Nuclear Deterrence Fund

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a9b7f5e7-f137-4203-9988-6f4218e2a48c |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Dynamic |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Jan 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Dec 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Dec 2024 |
| Contract period | 17 Dec 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £49,790 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £49,790 |
| 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | RAND COMMUNITY INTEREST |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73410000 - Military research and technology

## Release History

- 24 Jan 2025 at 09:27 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a9b7f5e7-f137-4203-9988-6f4218e2a48c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a9b7f5e7-f137-4203-9988-6f4218e2a48c
  24th January 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/40ff83c4-3094-4347-a8e5-7957400118ae
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