Tender

Product Owner(s) and Capability Integration for Tactical Assault Kit (TAK) and a Dismounted Overt Soldier

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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Tender

05 Apr 2022 at 10:54

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence is seeking tenders for the role of Product Owner(s) and Capability Integration for the Tactical Assault Kit (TAK) and Dismounted Overt Soldier Platform (DOSP). This project falls within the services industry category, specifically focusing on software and hardware integration consultancy services. The procurement is currently at the tender stage, with applications for the Pre-Qualification Questionnaire (PQQ) due by 15:00 on 26th April 2022, and submissions required by the close of business on 4th May 2022. The project is anticipated to commence on 1st February 2023 and extend until 31st December 2031, with a total estimated value of £4 million. Delivery addresses for the contract include regions across the West Midlands, South East, and South West of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those with expertise in agile software delivery and military integration services. Companies that hold a Facility Security Clearance (FSC) at the SECRET level and possess personnel with Developed Vetting (DV) clearance are encouraged to apply. The procurement method is classified as exempt, indicating a restricted competition, which may benefit qualified small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) looking to engage with government contracts. As the contractor will liaise closely with both military end-users and suppliers, businesses specialising in defence and security technology are well-positioned to compete for this contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Product Owner(s) and Capability Integration for Tactical Assault Kit (TAK) and a Dismounted Overt Soldier

Notice Description

The initial requirement is for Product Owner(s) (PO) and Capability Integration (CI) of multiple products including Tactical Assault Kit (TAK) and Dismounted Overt Soldier Platform (DOSP). Additional requirements across SPTC may be added through the Contract lifetime. The PO&CI Contractor will be tasked to engage and work alongside the suppliers to provide contextual and technical knowledge though the provisions of Suitably Qualified Experienced Personnel (SQEP) resource. Activities and responsibilities will include but not limited to: - Product Owner of TAK in an Agile Software Delivery Team - Product Owner of DOSP in an Agile Integration Delivery Team - Capability Integration of TAK and DOSP into Military end users ways of working. - Independent interface between the Military end users, DE&S and multiple Suppliers. - Independently assess service progression, attendance and advise at user clinics, design reviews, change boards, trials and testing - liaise closely with the Military end users, DE&S, other government agencies and international software teams - Add depth to and ensure the delivery of requirements and to provide a dedicated POC(s) for engagement with all project stakeholders The initial Contract will be broken down into two main Schedule of Requirements; with one requirement anticipated to be 13 months, with 1 x 18-month options and 6 x 12-month option years up to OSD Oct 2031 and the second requirement is anticipated to be 31 months, with 6 x 12-month option years up to the OSD Dec 2031. The Authority can only consider UK companies, that are Facility Security Clearance (FSC) clearance at SECRET UK EYES ONLY, due to the Security Classification of the project, with UK personnel that are have a minimum of DV clearances for delivery of the project, this will be required by contract award. Additional information: Additional Info: Due to the sensitivity of the requirement if you have an interest in this requirement please request a PQQ by contacting Emma.Eddy100@mod.gov.uk for an application, CC'ing Daisy.White182@mod.gov.uk . Within this request, please state your organisation's name and address and provide a POC details. Final date to request an application is Tuesday 26th April 2022. Clarification Questions will not be accepted at the DPQQ stage. The PQQ Deadlines are, as follows: Last day for PQQ application request: 15:00 Tuesday 26th April. PQQ Submission date: COP Wednesday 4th May 2022 We will be taking the top 4, highest scoring, successful candidates of the PQQ and inviting them to Tender, the ITT stage, further information can be found on the PQQ Marking guidance, which shall be provided with the PQQ application. Information for the potential Providers who may be invited to Tender, following the PQQ stage: As part of the ITT evaluation stage, interviews will be conducted; further information on this will be included with the ITT. A Cyber Security Level will be part of the ITT, in the meantime further information about what this means can be found here: Cyber Essentials Scheme: overview - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) The Potential Provider must be aware that there is the potential requirement for a Technical Assistance Agreement (TAA) to perform this requirement, further information will be provided at ITT stage.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bf1b8c9a-cdc4-47cd-a911-94a2d75de24c
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other - Exempt procurement - Restricted Competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

72227000 - Software integration consultancy services

72228000 - Hardware integration consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Apr 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
4 May 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Feb 2023 - 31 Dec 2031 Over 5 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
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
TLG West Midlands (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Stoke Park & Cheswick
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

Further Information

Notice URLs

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