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702421455 - ACDECA/017 In-Service Support for Ultrasonic NDT Equipment VTN

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence, through the Defence Electronics & Components Agency (DECA), is initiating a contract titled "702421455 - ACDECA/017 In-Service Support for Ultrasonic NDT Equipment VTN." This procurement falls under the Non-destructive testing services category and is located in Wales. The current procurement stage is set to award this contract, valued at approximately £190,000 excluding VAT, to Evident GMBH as a result of a single source procurement process. The contract is intended for a three-year duration, commencing on 11 April 2022, with a deadline for tender-related activities concluding on 4 April 2022.

This tender presents a unique opportunity for businesses specialising in technical services related to non-destructive testing and maintenance of ultrasonic equipment. Companies with expertise in supporting Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) products, particularly those familiar with aviation safety and inspection protocols, would be well-suited to engage in this market. Given that only Evident GMBH possesses the specific technical know-how and equipment for this requirement, businesses may consider exploring similar niches or forging partnerships that align with the Ministry of Defence’s needs to enhance their growth prospects.

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Notice Title

702421455 - ACDECA/017 In-Service Support for Ultrasonic NDT Equipment VTN

Notice Description

This notice is to advise that a contract will be awarded to Evident GMBH as a single source procurement. ACDECA/017 - In-Service Support for Ultrasonic NDT Equipment, Evident GMBH - Voluntary Transparency Notice (VTN) The Defence Electronics & Components Agency (DECA), part of the UK Ministry of Defence, intends to award a contract to Evident GMBH (formally Keymed Ltd), for the support and repair of Ultrasonic NDT Equipment. The contract shall be for a period of 3 years with an anticipated value of PS190K excluding VAT. Evident GMBH are the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) of the Ultrasonic Flaw Detector (UFD) EPOCH 600, it supplies and procures the spare parts for the equipment. Evident GMBH have the expert technical knowledge required for the test, calibration and repair of the equipment. It is considered that this contract can be placed with Evident GMBH using the negotiated procedure without prior publication of a contract notice, pursuant to Regulation 32(2)(b)(ii) of the UK Public Contracts Regulations 2015. This is based on technical reasons, as Evident GMBH are the only economic operator with the specific technical know-how, tools, documentation and means to meet this requirement. The Evident GMBH equipment is required for MoD units to carry out inspections on, and assist with repairs, to aircraft equipment. If they are not supported, the capability to inspect aircraft equipment will be greatly reduced and potentially lost. This may lead to safety risks to the aircraft and cause Aircraft on Ground. Evident GMBH are the OEM and subject matter experts for the EPOCH 600 UFD equipment, Design Authority and manufacturer of the equipment. Evident GMBH do not supply spares to third party companies and therefore no other supplier is able to fulfil this requirement. Keymed Ltd are dividing their company, with Evident GMBH taking over the Ultrasonic Flaw Detector (UFD) EPOCH 600 equipment. Additional information: Additional details for the decision to single source this contract is attached Additional details for the decision to single source this contract is attached Additional details for the decision to single source this contract is attached

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/41dc53b3-96b0-43df-b08f-6640a2f1370a
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71632200 - Non-destructive testing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£190,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Mar 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
4 Apr 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
10 Apr 2022 - 31 Mar 2025 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
deca.msproc@deca.mod.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
DEESIDE
Postcode
CH5 2LS
Post Town
Chester
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL3 North Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL34 Flintshire and Wrexham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Flintshire
Electoral Ward
Queensferry and Sealand
Westminster Constituency
Alyn and Deeside

Further Information

Notice Documents

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