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title: "713992451 - DGM/2059 Pyrodex Ceremonial Qualification"
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# 713992451 - DGM/2059 Pyrodex Ceremonial Qualification

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-dbad25f6-2305-45c6-926a-a0ff3ffa9466

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence, located in Bristol, England, has awarded a contract for non-destructive testing services, specifically under the title "DGM/2059 Pyrodex Ceremonial Qualification." This contract falls within the South West region of the United Kingdom and has a total value of £31,490. The procurement method used is a single tender action below the threshold, representing a direct procurement process. The award notice for this contract was published on 24th March 2025, with the contract period starting on 28th January 2025 and ending on 31st December 2025. The tender process has been completed, and the contract has been awarded to COTEC, a small to medium-sized enterprise based in Devizes.

This tender represents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in non-destructive testing services to explore similar future projects with the Ministry of Defence. The contract's focus on a single tender action suggests that businesses with a distinct expertise in highly specialised testing may find opportunities to engage in similar direct procurement processes. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly well-suited to compete, especially those that can deliver niche services efficiently. Other businesses in the defence sector should stay informed about such opportunities to leverage their capabilities for potential business growth.

## Notice

Contract award notice for DGM/2059 Pyrodex Ceremonial Qualification

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3b3567b9-3f7c-408a-9810-3970b83d6d7d |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Mar 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Dec 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Jan 2025 |
| Contract period | 28 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £31,490 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £31,490 |
| 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 | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71632200 - Non-destructive testing services

## Release History

- 24 Mar 2025 at 14:25 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3b3567b9-3f7c-408a-9810-3970b83d6d7d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3b3567b9-3f7c-408a-9810-3970b83d6d7d
  24th March 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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