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Provision of White Force Support for Qualified Weapons Instructor Course (QWIC) for MQ-9 Reaper

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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23 Mar 2021 at 10:21

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves the MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, seeking support for the Qualified Weapons Instructor Course (QWIC) for the MQ-9 Reaper aircraft. The procurement, classified under the industry category of Training Simulators (CPV 34152000), took place primarily in the East Midlands, United Kingdom. The tender was awarded on 5th February 2021, with the contract commencing on 8th February 2021 and set to conclude on 30th September 2022. This selective procurement method involved a call-off from a framework agreement, with a total contract value of £322,050.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in training simulation and related services, particularly those with capabilities in developing synthetic training scenarios. Firms that could excel in competing for such contracts include large service providers with a focus on defence and aviation training solutions. The involvement of established suppliers like INZPIRE LIMITED indicates a competitive environment favourable for innovative and capable entrants, especially those who can navigate the complexities of defence procurement processes.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of White Force Support for Qualified Weapons Instructor Course (QWIC) for MQ-9 Reaper

Notice Description

Development of develop synthetic training scenarios and supporting documentation for the MQ-9 Reaper QWIC.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-04a651fa-44f7-439f-b5c0-587035ee3a39
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/967a4033-38dc-45f2-99d3-cd4287494bf0
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

CPV Codes

34152000 - Training simulators

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£322,050 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£322,050 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Mar 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
27 Jan 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Feb 20215 years ago
Contract Period
8 Feb 2021 - 30 Sep 2022 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BUCKS
Postcode
HP14 4UE
Post Town
Hemel Hempstead
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ13 Buckinghamshire
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Buckinghamshire
Electoral Ward
Ridgeway West
Westminster Constituency
Mid Buckinghamshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

INZPIRE

Further Information

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