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Defence Science and Technology Laboratory
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Total contracts
193
Known spend
£28m
181 disclosed
Average value
£155,450
Per contract
Active suppliers
10
Last 5 years
Top suppliers
Last 5 years- 1
S. H. L. REFRACTORIES (U.K.) LIMITED
5 winslatest 12 Aug 2026£82,477
- 2
EDINBURGH INNOVATIONS LIMITED
£80,090
- 3
Media Zoo Limited
2 winslatest 08 Jun 2026£1m
- 4
SOLENT UNIVERSITY LIMITED
£340,250
- 5
University Of Portsmouth
2 winslatest 07 Oct 2026£334,310
- 6
HSF HEALTH PLAN LIMITED
£320,000
- 7
2CL Communications Limited
2 winslatest 02 Sept 2026£206,732
- 8
Molecular Devices UK Limited
2 winslatest 04 Mar 2026£116,095
- 9
QUEEN MARY UNIVERSITY OF LONDON
£101,300
- 10
CONTAINED AIR SOLUTIONS LIMITED
£76,070
What they buy
By CPV categoryR&D servicesCPV 73
63 contracts · £4m
Architectural & engineeringCPV 71
4 contracts · £384,949
IT servicesCPV 72
2 contracts · £247,066
Radio, TV & telecomsCPV 32
1 contract · £770,000
Security & defenceCPV 35
1 contract · £750,000
Education & trainingCPV 80
1 contract0
Repair & maintenanceCPV 50
1 contract0
SoftwareCPV 48
1 contract0
Renewal radar
Awarded contracts predicted to come up for re-tender in the next 18 months
- Experts Mediazoo
Predicted using median duration of UK contracts in the same CPV division (15 months from contract start date → renewal expected by Sep 2027).
Sept 2027
40% confident
Tender activity
Notices published per month — last 24 months
All contracts (193)
DSTL0000071484
Supply of Pulse CO2 Laser
Supply of planewave IRDK14 dall-kirkham IR telescope, deltarho 350 telescope plus accessories and T600 direct drive gimbal mount.
Supply of PlaneWave IRDK14 Dall-Kirkham IR telescope, DeltaRho 350 telescope plus accessories and T600 Direct Drive Gimbal Mount. (includes packaging, frieght charges and delivery
M&E minor works
Mechanical and Electrical Minor Works on Dstl's estate, carried out under an NEC4 Term Service Contract (TSC).
Bsc (hons) risk and security management distance learning degree course
The government is looking for a provider to deliver a BSc (Hons) in Risk and Security Management as a distance‑learning course for a period of five years. The contract is aimed at higher‑education institutions or training organisations that can run the programme online and award the degree.
Quantum technology applications & management msc
The Quantum Technology MSc is a cutting-edge programme that combines advanced scientific theory with practical learning and real-world case studies, providing a comprehensive under
Msc data visualization
Data visualisation helps understand, communicate and act on complex information. This innovative MASc course combines data science, design and critical thinking to build data visua
Phd in molecular cell biology and neurobiology
Provision of a PhD in Molecular Cell Biology and Neurobiology
IPMO 2323.03 - signal generators - UK 7
Procurement of 2x RF Signal Generators with delivery to DSTL Porton Down.
On-site UKAS sensor calibrationi
On-Site UKAS calibration of Haier Sensors
Feedly for market intelligence - 1 year subscription
The contract is for a 1‑year subscription to Feedly’s market‑intelligence service, awarded to a supplier and published for transparency.
Controlled key management systems
Electronic Controlled Key Management Systems
UK7 - contract details
supply of aluminium plates
IPMO 1877.04 - telehandler procurement
The DSTL Range Facility has a requirement to buy a new telehandler to support and facilitate daily operations, to replace the end-of-life condition current unit. DSTL is seeking to
M&E and civil construction minor works
M&E and Civil Construction Minor Works on Dstl's estate, carried out under an NEC4 Term Service Contract (TSC).
Technical services radio upgrade
An upgrade of the existing radio communication system at DSTL Porton Down Range and the EE using Motorola digital equipment integrated with TRBOnet software.
Msc forensic psychology
Upskilling the applicant to further develop the behavioural science support to the Human Interaction Work Package, MPE Project.
DStl0000068167
Servicing of equipment
DStl0000068447
eProtein consumable kits
Safety at work V3
The provision of health and safety training
Incinerator refractory repairs
Refractory repairs during Incinerator Maintenance Shutdown between Monday 24 August-Friday 28 August 2026)