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AUV Frame Fabrication

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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Summary of the contracting process

The recent procurement process titled "AUV Frame Fabrication," initiated by the Ministry of Defence (MOD) in the South West of England, focuses on the fabrication of a steel interface frame for an autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) system. This requirement is classified under fabrication work and deck-fabrication work, with an overall budget of £40,000. The tender period concluded on 25th May 2020, while the contract period is set to run from 15th June 2020 to 14th August 2020. The procurement method employed for this process is an Accelerated Restricted procedure, aimed at inviting a minimum of three suppliers to participate.

This tender presents valuable opportunities for businesses involved in fabrication, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in steel work or marine engineering. Companies that can demonstrate expertise in producing load-bearing structures capable of withstanding dynamic forces at sea are well-suited to compete for this contract. The MOD's emphasis on detailed specifications makes this tender an ideal match for suppliers with a proven track record in meeting precise engineering requirements.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

AUV Frame Fabrication

Notice Description

The Salvage & Marine Operations Team, part of UK MOD, has a requirement for the manufacturing of a steel interface frame in accordance with a detailed specification and engineering drawing pack to enable the mounting of a containerised autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) system onto the aft deck of a chartered vessel. The load bearing frame is required to meet the static and dynamic forces exerted by the motions of a vessel in a seaway and when the AUV launch & recovery system is in its deployed configuration. The frame should be portable, capable of being lifted into position by crane and secured in position by means of standard container fittings. Additional Information - This requirement is being met by issuing Requests for Quotes (RFQ) from a shortlist of suppliers and any other suppliers wishing to participate. The Authority shall invite a minimum of three suppliers to tender for this requirement. Suppliers interested in receiving an RFQ should notify Beth.Weaver101@mod.gov.uk via email by 17:00 on 25th May 2020.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-480684a8-74f1-459c-978a-524403229c41
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/33d55d19-6f5c-4381-92a9-76cc1a6c9afe
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other - ACCELERATED_RESTRICTED
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45255400 - Fabrication work

45262423 - Deck-fabrication work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£28,918 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Oct 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
25 May 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Jul 20205 years ago
Contract Period
20 Jul 2020 - 25 Aug 2020 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
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
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOUTHAMPTON MARINE SERVICES

Further Information

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