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    ContractsSupply of 3D Imaging LiDAR Camera to DSTL
    Closed contract

    Supply of 3D Imaging LiDAR Camera to DSTL

    Contract value
    £160k
    Closed 26 Jul 2026

    DSTL Porton Down is seeking a qualified supplier to deliver a 3D imaging LiDAR camera system for integration with their testing facilities.

    🇬🇧United Kingdom· EnglandPublished 29 Jun 2026· 3 months agoviaFind a Tender
    Contract value
    £160k
    Closed 26 Jul 2026
    Tender deadline passed on 26 Jul 2026.

    Decision brief

    4 fields
    • Contract value
      est.£160,000
      Pounds sterling
    • Tender closed
      26 Jul 2026
      2 months ago
    • Sector
      Research & Innovation
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    • Location
      🇬🇧United Kingdom
      England

    Lifecycle

    Closed

    Tender closed on 26 Jul 2026. Awaiting award.

    29 Jun 2026Today26 Jul 2026

    Brief

    DSTL Porton Down requires the supply and delivery of a 3D Imaging Light Detection & Ranging (LiDAR) Camera. This opportunity is for qualified suppliers to provide a complete LiDAR system capable of capturing high-resolution 3D spatial data. The camera should be suitable for integration with DSTL's existing facilities and meet their technical specifications for imaging applications. Suppliers should be prepared to deliver the equipment to the Porton Down site and may be required to provide technical support and documentation to ensure proper installation and operation.

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    Publisher
    UK Cabinet Office
    Licence
    OGL v3.0
    Source
    find-tender.service.gov.uk
    Record ID
    ocds-h6vhtk-06bf45

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