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title: "Free-Space Optical Communications (FSOC) - atmospheric turbulence mitigation techniques"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-f839e955-ab39-4538-af9d-d016cff36291"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY"
published: "2022-01-13"
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# Free-Space Optical Communications (FSOC) - atmospheric turbulence mitigation techniques

Buyer: DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f839e955-ab39-4538-af9d-d016cff36291

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## Summary

The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory has completed the procurement process for the contract titled "Free-Space Optical Communications (FSOC) - atmospheric turbulence mitigation techniques," falling under the research and development services industry. This contract, valued at £243,060.70, was awarded via a selective procurement method using a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period ended on 12th August 2021, with the contract's effective delivery period beginning on 13th August 2021 and concluding on 11th March 2022. The delivery location specified is within the South East region of the United Kingdom.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) engaged in research and development services, particularly those specialising in optical communications and atmospheric science. While the contract has been awarded, similar future tenders may arise, providing chances for innovation-driven companies to showcase their capabilities in delivering high-tech solutions to government entities. Businesses that focus on consultancy and advanced technical services suitable for research and development are well-positioned to compete in upcoming projects in this niche.

## Notice

Contract already awarded, notice is for transparency purposes only.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6c4c08b5-700b-4c97-9131-b7116f686cb8 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Jan 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Aug 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Aug 2021 |
| Contract period | 12 Aug 2021 - 11 Mar 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £243,060 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £243,060 |
| 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 | 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 | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 13 Jan 2022 at 06:39 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6c4c08b5-700b-4c97-9131-b7116f686cb8
- 20 Dec 2021 at 07:24 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6c4c08b5-700b-4c97-9131-b7116f686cb8
- 9 Sep 2021 at 05:54 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6c4c08b5-700b-4c97-9131-b7116f686cb8

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6c4c08b5-700b-4c97-9131-b7116f686cb8
  13th January 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/3265b0b3-3f24-4841-85f7-41ea9d89cbeb
  Redacted-final contract
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e192fa31-67aa-40a9-973f-a99f4f3b20aa
  Redacted-Final Contract

## Provenance

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