Planning

701642450 - Power of Robotic and Autonomous Systems (RAS) - Contracts Finder - Early Engagement

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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Planning

01 Oct 2021 at 09:39

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence is initiating a procurement process titled "701642450 - Power of Robotic and Autonomous Systems (RAS) - Contracts Finder - Early Engagement." This opportunity falls under the military research and technology category and is located in Bristol, South West England. Currently in the planning stage, the key milestone for this tender is the engagement end date set for 1st November 2021. Potential bidders are encouraged to refer to the full Request for Information available on the Defence Sourcing Portal for further details.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the fields of robotics and autonomous systems, particularly those classified as small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). Companies engaged in military technology, research, and development can find significant prospects for growth. The emphasis on early engagement suggests that the Ministry of Defence is seeking innovative solutions, making this an ideal platform for forward-thinking firms to showcase their capabilities and establish valuable partnerships.

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Notice Title

701642450 - Power of Robotic and Autonomous Systems (RAS) - Contracts Finder - Early Engagement

Notice Description

Please see full Request for Information on the Defence Sourcing Portal which requests engagement and responses from Industry. https://contracts.mod.uk/esop/guest/go/opportunity/detail?opportunityId=52392

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2fc5c52b-4aa0-4faa-9e87-d4f0a7481b48
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7e75e99e-a02f-4606-a065-6bf2491f4e2d
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73410000 - Military research and technology

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Oct 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Nov 2021Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
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
sophie.spiring100@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
TLK South West (England)

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

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