Tender

Supply and Support of Hand Held Sonars

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, SHIPS, MARITIME COMBAT SYSTEMS (MCS) TEAM

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Tender

11 Nov 2019 at 07:31

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence, Ships, Maritime Combat Systems (MCS) Team is currently conducting a selective tender for the supply and support of Hand Held Sonars for use by Royal Navy Divers. The contract includes the procurement of three tiers of sonar devices, with a total value of £3,000,000. The tender period is set to close on 13th December 2019, and the contract is expected to commence on 14th April 2020 and extend for two years. This procurement process is applicable within the broader goods category and is classified under CPV code 38113000, specifically covering sonars. Interested bidders should register as suppliers to access the detailed documentation.

This opportunity presents significant potential for businesses specialising in electronic equipment and maritime technology, particularly those that can provide products meeting the specific performance criteria outlined. Companies with expertise in sonar technology, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), are well-positioned to compete in this tender, as multiple lots are available allowing bids for individual tiers of the sonar devices. Engaging in this procurement can facilitate growth and expansion as it assures a sustained contract over two years for successful bidders.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply and Support of Hand Held Sonars

Notice Description

The Defence Equipment & Support (DE&S) Underwater Electronic Warfare (UEW) Delivery Team (DT) is seeking the procurement and support of Divers' Hand Held Sonar (HHS) Devices for use by Royal Navy (RN) Divers. Three specifications of device are being sought: Tier 1 - High Specification HHS for Mine Investigation Exploitation - 2 required. Tier 2 - Medium Specification HHS for Jetty Port Search, Very Shallow Water Operations and Attack Swimming - 24 Required. Tier 3 - Low Specification HHS for Mine Counter Measure Diving - 10 Required. The quantity of each required will be specified in the tender documentation. The successful Contractor will be expected to supply and maintain HHS devices to the required level over a period of 2 years. Potential bidders will be able to bid for the supply and support of any or all of the tiers, which will be awarded as separate lots. Additional information: To view this notice, register as a supplier here: http://www.contracts.mod.uk/delta/signup.html?userType=supplier and search for the notice with reference 'UK-Bristol: Sonars.'.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4018c95e-ea41-4592-92b1-0dc0a8065e6b
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
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
£3,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Nov 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
13 Dec 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
13 Apr 2020 - 13 Apr 2022 1-2 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, SHIPS, MARITIME COMBAT SYSTEMS (MCS) TEAM
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS32 8JH
Post Town
Not specified
Country
Not specified
Major Region (ITL 1)
Not specified
Basic Region (ITL 2)
Not specified
Small Region (ITL 3)
Not specified
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Not specified
Electoral Ward
Not specified
Westminster Constituency
Not specified

Further Information

Notice Documents

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