--- title: "715761462 UK5 Transp CBRN" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-069500" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-069500" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-069500.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-069500.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE" published: "2026-05-21" --- # 715761462 UK5 Transp CBRN Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-069500 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-069500) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-069500.json) ## Summary The Ministry of Defence has initiated a contract process titled "715761462 UK5 Transp CBRN" aimed at reducing the risk of exertional heat illness (EHI) by calibrating work-rest schedules in personal protective equipment usage. Located at DMS Whittington in Lichfield, the project falls under the services category with a focus on military research and technology. The procurement has proceeded to the contract update stage, with the award being active since 15th April 2026, and it's set to end on 31st August 2029. The procurement utilised a direct award method due to specific exemptions, involving a gross contract value of GBP 283,228.67, and is guided by legal standards stated in UKPGA 2023/54. This tender presents notable opportunities for businesses specialising in applied physiology and neuroscience, particularly those with capabilities in military-grade technology development. Given its direct award nature, businesses already holding a strong relationship with central government bodies or possessing unique capabilities in areas like physiological studies and equipment standards could find it especially advantageous. The project offers a three-year window to contribute to pioneering developments in the field, potentially setting a new standard for PPE usage in challenging environments, which could open doors to further government collaborations. ## Notice To reduce the risk of EHI, maximum PPE wear-time is regulated by work-rest schedules, which are adjusted according to work rate and weather conditions. Currently, the work-rest schedules are thought to be too conservative, preventing specialist users from training effectively. This 3-year applied physiology-neuroscience project aims to calibrate the current work-rest schedules. ### Procurement Information As per PA23 Schedule 2 Subject - Matter Exempted Contracts (including Research and development services at Para 22) ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046903-2026 | | Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Direct | | Procurement method details | Direct award | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Large | | All stages | Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 21 May 2026 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 14 Apr 2026 | | Contract period | 14 Apr 2026 - 31 Aug 2029 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £283,228 | | Contracts value | £283,228 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Active, Pending | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE | | Locality | LICHFIELD | | Post town | Walsall | | Postcode | WS14 9PY | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire | | ITL 3 | TLG24 Staffordshire CC | | Local authority | Lichfield | | Electoral ward | Whittington & Streethay | | Westminster constituency | Tamworth | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | IMPERIAL COLLEGE OF SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY AND MEDICINE | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ### Codes - 73410000 - Military research and technology ## Release History - 21 May 2026 at 10:08 - AwardUpdate - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046903-2026 - 21 May 2026 at 10:05 - AwardUpdate - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046900-2026 - 8 May 2026 at 14:55 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042673-2026 - 8 May 2026 at 14:47 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042658-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046903-2026 21st May 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046900-2026 21st May 2026 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042673-2026 8th May 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042658-2026 8th May 2026 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ministry-of-defence - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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