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713006450 - Provision of Parachute Equipment Contract Opportunity Notice

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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21 Feb 2025 at 17:11

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence has announced a tender titled "713006450 - Provision of Parachute Equipment Contract Opportunity Notice" under the industry category "Parachutes" (CPV code 39523000). This tender involves the delivery of main student and advanced parachute canopies to the Joint Service Parachute Centre Weston (JSPCW) in the South East region of the United Kingdom. The procurement stage is currently at the tender phase, with the tender documentation published on 21st February 2025 and the tender period ending on 21st March 2025 at 17:00 BST. The contract period is set to commence on 21st April 2025 and will conclude on 31st March 2029. The procurement method is an open procedure, suitable for larger entities as it is above the threshold.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses involved in the manufacturing and supply of parachutes, especially those capable of producing high-quality equipment to meet stringent defence standards. The total contract value is set at approximately £336,594, providing significant business growth potential for the winning bidder. Companies well-suited for this opportunity likely include established manufacturers with a proven track record in defence or aeronautical supply chains, although it may not be suitable for SMEs or VCSEs due to its size and complexity. Interested parties should ensure to review the procurement documents and submit their proposals by the specified deadline to compete for this lucrative contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

713006450 - Provision of Parachute Equipment Contract Opportunity Notice

Notice Description

The delivery of main student and advanced parachute canopies to Joint Service Parachute Centre Weston (JSPCW). Please see the procurement documentation for more information. To register for this opportunity and view the procurement documentation visit www.contracts.mod.uk.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d6fc1b61-0785-4588-b817-5f030a374362
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

CPV Codes

39523000 - Parachutes

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£336,594 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
21 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
20 Apr 2025 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
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
WOLVERHAMPTON
Postcode
WV7 3EX
Post Town
Wolverhampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG22 Shropshire
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Shropshire
Electoral Ward
Shifnal South and Cosford
Westminster Constituency
The Wrekin

Further Information

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