PS25001 - Scientific Research and Advice for Government Dynamic Purchasing System - Ongoing DPS Application

Buyer

The Department for Science Innovation and Technology

Value

£9,000,000

Closes

9 February 2029

Where

London

Type

Dynamic purchasing system (open to join)

In plain English

The UK government is setting up a list of suppliers who can provide scientific research and advisory services. Companies can apply to join this list at any time, and once approved, they become eligible to bid on specific government research projects as they arise.

What the buyer wants

• Provide scientific research services and expert advice to government departments • Meet minimum selection criteria set by the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology • Be available to respond to specific call-off contracts issued through the DPS once approved

Likely requirements

Our reading of the notice. Always check the tender documents.

This is not suitable for most small trade businesses (builders, electricians, cleaners, plumbers). It requires specialist scientific research capability and institutional credibility. Only apply if you operate a research consultancy, university research group, or similar science-focused organisation with demonstrable expertise and track record in government-level research.

How to bid

This is a Dynamic Purchasing System: an open list of approved suppliers. You can apply to join at any time while it runs, and once accepted you can bid for the individual contracts the buyer runs through it.

How dynamic purchasing systems work

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