---
title: "DNO462-Nuclear Deterrence Fund - Dec 24"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-052974"
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buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE"
published: "2025-05-30"
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# DNO462-Nuclear Deterrence Fund - Dec 24

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-052974

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence, located in Bristol, is the contracting authority for the procurement process titled "DNO462-Nuclear Deterrence Fund - Dec 24". This process falls under the industry category of military research and technology, with a specific focus on research and development services and evaluation tests. The procurement follows a selective method, specifically restricted, and is currently at the award stage, as of May 30, 2025. The contract has been awarded to THE ROYAL UNITED SERVICES INSTITUTE FOR DEFENCE AND SECURITY STUDIES, with a signed contract value of £923,944.27. All activities will be confined within the United Kingdom.

This tender presents notable business opportunities for companies specialising in military research and development services, particularly those capable of meeting technical and commercial award criteria. The procurement process, which combines technical and price-based assessment equally, offers growth potential for businesses that can leverage specialised knowledge and competitive pricing. It primarily serves organisations with expertise in defence and security studies, providing a significant opportunity for firms seeking to expand their portfolios within the UK's defence sector. Given its selective procurement method, businesses with established credentials and a history of delivering high-quality, secure research solutions will be particularly well-suited to engage in such contracts.

## Notice

DNO462-Nuclear Deterrence Fund - Dec 24 (RUSI)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028698-2025 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 May 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £923,944 |

## Status

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

## 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 | THE ROYAL UNITED SERVICES INSTITUTE FOR DEFENCE AND SECURITY STUDIES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73410000 - Military research and technology

## Release History

- 30 May 2025 at 09:51 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028698-2025

## Provenance

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