Planning

SERPENS - RFI 3

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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Planning

06 Sep 2021 at 16:13

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence is initiating a procurement process titled "SERPENS - RFI 3," focused on the sensors industry, specifically within the UK. Currently in the planning stage, the key date for engagement is set for 1st October 2021. Interested suppliers can find relevant documents on the SERPENS AWARD portal, and they are encouraged to register for access to the Request for Information (RFI) documentation. Additional support and links for registration are provided in the tender details.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in sensor technology, radar, and software integration consultancy services. Companies capable of delivering innovative solutions in these areas could greatly benefit from participating. The engagement process invites diverse businesses to enhance their visibility and potentially secure contracts within the defence sector, contributing to their growth and development.

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Notice Title

SERPENS - RFI 3

Notice Description

Project SERPENS are releasing RFI 3 to industry. The RFI can be found on the SERPENS AWARD portal. Interested parties should register on the portal, and will find the RFI documentation under documents > Requests for Information. Registration can be found at the following link: https://award.bravosolution.co.uk/serpens/web/project/101/register Additional information: Registration can be found at the following link: https://award.bravosolution.co.uk/serpens/web/project/101/register

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8a438f9b-bac0-4f55-af1f-2449e5402550
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
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

35125100 - Sensors

35722000 - Radar

72227000 - Software integration consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Sep 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Oct 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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

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