Provision of Horizon Scanning and Technology Watch Function for the Department for Transport
DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT · Awarded contract
AwardedProvision of Horizon Scanning and Technology Watch Function for the Department for Transport
Awarded 26 Jul 2015
Awarded26 Jul 2015
Value£99,017.80
SupplierQinetiQ Bristol
AgencyDEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT
RegionSouth West
CategoryConsultancy & Legal
Ended 10y 3mo ago1y term
Awarded 26 July 2015Expired 25 July 2016
About
The Department for Transport awarded a contract to QinetiQ Bristol for the provision of a Horizon Scanning and Technology Watch function.
This capability was intended to help decision-makers look ahead and analyse the potential impact that existing, new and emerging technologies could have on the Department's strategies and policies.
The Department aimed to keep abreast of the challenges and opportunities that come with technology development to better inform strategic decision making, requiring a regular, technology-focused horizon scan.
The contract value was AUD 99,017.8.
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