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(For Transparency Purposes Only) - Contract Award. This notice serves to announce the Contract Award Only. It is NOT an expression of interest for a new opportunity. The requirement is for The Provision of Pre-Flight Messaging Test Facility (PFMTF) Rigs and System Test Facility (STF) Rigs

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

28 Jul 2021 at 09:54

Award Notice
TenderAmendment

03 Dec 2019 at 09:58

Tender Notice
Tender

03 Dec 2019 at 09:50

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has announced the award of a contract for the provision of Pre-Flight Messaging Test Facility (PFMTF) rigs and System Test Facility (STF) rigs. This procurement falls under the military electronics systems category, with the contract value set at £9,178,741. The contract period commenced on 25 June 2021 and will last until 30 September 2025. The procurement was executed using a limited, negotiated procedure without prior publication, reflecting the technical requirements and specific supplier capabilities involved. This contract has been awarded to Leonardo UK Ltd, based in Luton, England.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses focused on military electronic systems and related services, particularly large enterprises equipped with the necessary expertise and resources. Companies with capabilities in manufacturing and support for advanced military equipment, such as electronic warfare systems and testing facilities, may find this tender relevant for future competitive bids. Additionally, suppliers with favourable experience in partnerships with defence organisations could see growth prospects by aligning their offering to the specific needs and technical standards sought by the MoD.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

(For Transparency Purposes Only) - Contract Award. This notice serves to announce the Contract Award Only. It is NOT an expression of interest for a new opportunity. The requirement is for The Provision of Pre-Flight Messaging Test Facility (PFMTF) Rigs and System Test Facility (STF) Rigs

Notice Description

(For Transparency Purposes Only) - Contract Award. This notice serves to announce the Contract Award Only. It is NOT an expression of interest for a new opportunity. The requirement is for The Provision of Pre-Flight Messaging Test Facility (PFMTF) Rigs and System Test Facility (STF) Rigs

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4b2a55f2-7285-4430-b58c-7f68fac5ec35
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d2dcd51f-5b6a-468d-8baa-5306d20f4245
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Negotiated procedure without prior publication (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

35700000 - Military electronic systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£9,178,741 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£9,178,741 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Jul 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 Jun 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Jun 20214 years ago
Contract Period
24 Jun 2021 - 30 Sep 2025 4-5 years
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
YEOVIL
Postcode
BA20 2YB
Post Town
Bath
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK62 Somerset
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Somerset
Electoral Ward
Yeovil South
Westminster Constituency
Yeovil

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LEONARDO

Further Information

Notice Documents

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