Tender

CHC 655 Air Crew Lights CF CN

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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Tender

27 Jul 2023 at 15:58

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence has initiated a tender process for the provision of a replacement Crewman's torch/Night light under the title "CHC 655 Air Crew Lights CF CN". The procurement falls under the industry category of "Electronic and electrical spare parts for military aerospace equipment". The tender has a value of 760,000 GBP and follows a selective procurement method. The tender period ends on 28th August 2023, and the contract period is set to run from 30th November 2023 to 31st March 2024, with delivery addresses in the South West region of the United Kingdom.

This procurement opportunity from the Ministry of Defence can benefit businesses that specialize in providing electronic and electrical spare parts for military aerospace equipment. SMEs are particularly suited for this opportunity. The tender presents a chance for businesses to secure a contract with a prestigious institution and contribute to military aviation operations. Businesses capable of meeting the detailed technical specifications and delivery requirements outlined in the tender document are encouraged to consider participating in this competitive process.

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Notice Title

CHC 655 Air Crew Lights CF CN

Notice Description

Provision of a replacement Crewman's torch/Night light. This capability should: (1) The user shall be able to (TUSBAT) operate the system within the operating envelope and limitations of the host platform. Applicable to RW aircraft and expected flight envelope is at low level. (2) The user requires a system that permits normal or emergency egress from the host platform. (3) The user requires a system that shall operate independently of, and not, interfere with, existing A/C systems including Electro Magnetic Compatibility (EMC) (4) The user requires a system that is sufficiently robust to allow sustained operation in a military aviation environment. (5) The user shall be able to charge torch from mains electricity. (6) The user shall be able to operate the light single handed and weigh less than 3 kgs. (7) The user shall be at to tether the torch to either himself or the air frame when using in open doors. This tether solution shall be sufficiently robust to allow sustained operation in a military aviation environment. (8) The light should be able to operate in both white light and IR light modes (9) Be capable of at least 4000-lumens. (10) Be effective out to at least 1500m. (11) Be powered by internal battery for no less than 60 minutes constant operation (12) Have a built in power level indicator, compatible with Night Vision Googles DPQQ available at https://contracts.mod.uk/go/3334282301893F519646

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/88f0d932-e593-4848-9cdb-f35e51756b5b
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment


CPV Codes

35642000 - Electronic and electrical spare parts for military aerospace equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£760,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jul 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
28 Aug 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Nov 2023 - 31 Mar 2024 1-6 months
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
tracey.honey104@mod.gov.uk
Contact Phone
0

Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS34 8QW
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Filton
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

Further Information

Notice Documents

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