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# Dstl Engineering Services Framework Agreement (Ref: 1000155758)

Source: [Tenderline](https://tenderline.uk/tenders/dstl-engineering-services-framework-agreement-ref-1000155758-ocds-h6vhtk-0297ce). UK public procurement intelligence compiled from official UK procurement notices.

> **Tenderline Executive Summary:** Ministry of Defence: "Dstl Engineering Services Framework Agreement (Ref: 1000155758)". Published status: active. Framework Ceiling: £5,000,000. 3 published lots. Recorded submission deadline: 1 Apr 2021, 12:00 BST. Published submission portal: www.contracts.mod.uk.

## Key Information
- **Status:** ACTIVE (the published submission deadline has passed)
- **Buyer:** [Ministry of Defence](https://tenderline.uk/buyers/ministry-of-defence-gov-d17)
- **Framework Ceiling (notional):** £5,000,000 (GBP)
- **Submission Deadline:** 1 April 2021 at 12:00 BST
- **Lots:** 3
- **Procurement Method:** Restricted
- **Main Category:** services
- **Classifications (CPV):** Architectural services; engineering services and integrated engineering services; urban planning and landscape engineering services; related scientific and technical consulting services; technical testing and analysis services, Engineering design services, Engineering services, Engineering support services, Mechanical and electrical engineering services (+2 more)
- **Delivery Location:** UKK15
- **Legal Basis:** CELEX 32009L0081
- **Official Documents:** 1 published documents & notices ([view on Tenderline](https://tenderline.uk/tenders/dstl-engineering-services-framework-agreement-ref-1000155758-ocds-h6vhtk-0297ce#documents))
- **OCID:** `ocds-h6vhtk-0297ce`

## Before you bid
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- **Expected competition:** how many bids lots like this attract, from past awards in the same market.
- **Who could compete:** suppliers who have won similar work, and who holds the current contract.
- **Buyer track record:** earlier work for this buyer, its unexpired awards, and how its awards compared with its estimates.
- **Price forecast:** the commercial price range for each lot, with the middle 50% of comparable awards.

- **What it takes to win:** selection and award criteria, lot by lot.
- **Contract history:** what this tender replaces, and every notice in the procedure.

[Open the competition and buyer analysis](https://tenderline.uk/tenders/dstl-engineering-services-framework-agreement-ref-1000155758-ocds-h6vhtk-0297ce#tl-md)

## Submission
- **Submission Platform:** [contracts.mod.uk](/out?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.contracts.mod.uk)
- **How to bid:** https://tenderline.uk/tenders/dstl-engineering-services-framework-agreement-ref-1000155758-ocds-h6vhtk-0297ce#participate

## Description
The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) is seeking 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. 
The Framework Agreement is divided into three Lots:
 - Lot 1: Machining
 - Lot 2: Fabrication
 - Lot 3: Electro-Mechanical
Bidders may submit a DSPQQ response in relation to one or more of these three Lots. Quantity or scope: The estimated total value of this Framework Agreement (all Lots), including the 2-year extension period, is in the region of £3,000,000 - £5,000,000 (excl. VAT)
This is based on an estimated value for all Lots of £420,000 - £720,000 (excl. VAT) per annum.

## Lots (3)
### Lot 1: Lot 1: Machining
- **Lot id:** `1`
- **Status:** Not published
- **CPV codes:** 71300000, 71320000, 71330000, 71336000

- **Estimated Value:** £2,000,000
- **Description:** Details of the service requirements under this Lot can be found in the Statement of Requirement (SoR) Additional information: The Contracting Authority intends to use an e-Tendering system in this procurement exercise, please visit www.contracts.mod....

### Lot 2: Lot 2: Fabrication
- **Lot id:** `2`
- **Status:** Not published
- **CPV codes:** 71300000, 71320000, 71330000, 71336000

- **Estimated Value:** £1,230,000
- **Description:** Details of the service requirements under this Lot can be found in the Statement of Requirement (SoR) Additional information: The Contracting Authority intends to use an e-Tendering system in this procurement exercise, please visit www.contracts.mod....

### Lot 3: Lot 3: Electro-Mechanical
- **Lot id:** `3`
- **Status:** Not published
- **CPV codes:** 71300000, 71320000, 71330000, 71333000, 71334000, 71336000

- **Estimated Value:** £1,900,000
- **Description:** Details of the service requirements under this Lot can be found in the Statement of Requirement (SoR) Additional information: The Contracting Authority intends to use an e-Tendering system in this procurement exercise, please visit www.contracts.mod....

## Provenance and Official Sources
- **Official Notice:** [Find a Tender notice](/out?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.find-tender.service.gov.uk%2FNotice%2F004205-2021)
- **Last Source Update:** 2021-03-02T22:56:09.000Z
- **This document generated:** 2026-10-24T17:31:35.568Z
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