--- title: "Dstl Engineering Services Framework Agreement" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-cf381df4-9876-4e4f-aae3-415d745a68e2" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-cf381df4-9876-4e4f-aae3-415d745a68e2" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-cf381df4-9876-4e4f-aae3-415d745a68e2.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-cf381df4-9876-4e4f-aae3-415d745a68e2.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE" published: "2021-03-02" --- # Dstl Engineering Services Framework Agreement Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cf381df4-9876-4e4f-aae3-415d745a68e2 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-cf381df4-9876-4e4f-aae3-415d745a68e2) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-cf381df4-9876-4e4f-aae3-415d745a68e2.json) ## Summary The Ministry of Defence is initiating the "Dstl Engineering Services Framework Agreement" tender, aimed at establishing a multi-supplier framework for engineering services within the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), located in Salisbury, England. The procurement falls under the engineering services category (CPV: 71300000) and is currently in the Tender stage, with submissions due by 1st April 2021. This selective procurement method is designed to encourage qualified suppliers to respond, with a total estimated contract value between £3 million and £5 million. The expected contract duration spans from August 1, 2021, to July 31, 2027. This tender creates substantial opportunities for engineering firms, particularly those specialising in machining, fabrication, and electro-mechanical services, as it is divided into three specific Lots. Businesses that excel in delivering bespoke engineering solutions and can operate under tight deadlines will be well-positioned to compete. The contract's emphasis on flexibility and collaboration suggests that organisations with a strong track record of responsive service delivery, as well as small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community sector enterprises (VCSEs), may find significant potential for growth through participation in this framework agreement. ## Notice The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) is proposing to establish a multi-supplier framework agreement for the provision of engineering services. Dstl undertake a variety of Machining, Fabrication and Electro-Mechanical engineering activities in support of Tasks placed on the organisation within a dynamic Defence environment. The range of Tasks dictates the type, scale and sensitivity of requirements on a case-by-case basis, and is often requested within very tight timescales. To fulfil these Tasks, Dstl adopts a flexible, responsive and adaptable approach to each, which requires working closely with its supply base; building a strong working relationship is key to achieving the desired outcomes. This Framework Agreement (FA) is to provide a range of Engineering Services and Support, delivering prototypes, small batch projects and trials support across the full breadth of Dstl programmes of work, managed through the Dstl Engineering Capability. The majority of requirements will involve bespoke services, however goods, services and on occasion off the shelf items may be requested. This Framework Agreement is divided into three Lots: - Lot 1: Machining - Lot 2: Fabrication - Lot 3: Electro-Mechanical Bidders may submit a response in relation to one or more of these three Lots. Additional information: The Authority is utilising an electronic procurement system for the management of this opportunity. This can be accessed via https://www.contracts.mod.uk ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ac433a55-7662-4515-8ce2-59ee7d3a9a4d | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 2 Mar 2021 | | Submission deadline | 1 Apr 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Jul 2021 - 31 Jul 2027 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £5,000,000 | | 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 - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services ### Codes - 71300000 - Engineering services ## Release History - 2 Mar 2021 at 17:16 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ac433a55-7662-4515-8ce2-59ee7d3a9a4d ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ac433a55-7662-4515-8ce2-59ee7d3a9a4d 2nd March 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contracts.mod.uk/web/login.html Documents can be obtained via the MOD Defence Sourcing Portal ## Notice URLs - https://www.contracts.mod.uk - https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/defence-science-and-technology-laboratory ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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