Tender

701578750-Sonar 2094 In-Service Support-VTN-CF

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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Tender

17 Dec 2021 at 09:50

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence is initiating a tender process titled "701578750-Sonar 2094 In-Service Support-VTN-CF" for the provision of in-service support for the Sonar 2094 system. This procurement falls under the services category, specifically focusing on sonar technology, and is set to take place in the East of England, UK. The procurement method is a limited tender using a negotiated procedure without prior publication, with the tender period closing on 31st December 2021. The contract, valued at £342,000, is expected to commence on 1st April 2022 and run until 31st March 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the production and support of sonar systems, particularly those with the technical know-how and resources similar to those of the current contractor, GeoAcoustics Limited. However, given that the procurement is limited and specified for the Original Equipment Manufacturer due to the unique technical expertise required, this tender predominantly suits specialised firms that can demonstrate a robust understanding of the Sonar 2094 and its operational requirements within the Royal Navy context.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

701578750-Sonar 2094 In-Service Support-VTN-CF

Notice Description

The DE&S Underwater Electronic Warfare (UEW) team, part of the UK Ministry of Defence, intends to place a contract with GeoAcoustics Limited ("the Company") for the provision of In-Service Support to Sonar 2094 (S2094). It is considered that this contract can be placed using the Negotiated Procedure Without Prior Publication. As the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), the company holds all the available technical information (drawings, interfaces, test and calibration specifications/procedures, jigs and tools etc.) necessary to undertake the full In-Service Support of the equipment to ensure that it operates in accordance with the original design intent such that it is safe to use in service by Royal Navy (RN) personnel. No technical documentation is available nor have licences been granted to enable any third party to complete this work on their behalf. It is considered that only they have the necessary know-how to support and manufacture Sonar 2094 equipment to ensure continued support of the RN equipment from a technical and safety certification perspective to the Authority's satisfaction.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2a3b4a13-d2cb-486c-b2c0-b7c5b1de6183
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a5c47996-4976-4645-8a0f-5fcba126f344
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Negotiated procedure without prior publication (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

CPV Codes

38113000 - Sonars

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£342,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Dec 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
31 Dec 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2022 - 31 Mar 2025 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
Not specified
Contact Email
moira.duggan314@mod.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS34 8JH
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
Not specified
Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Stoke Park & Cheswick
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

Further Information

Notice Documents

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