Tender

Provision of Small Cell Batteries

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, ISTAR, OTHER

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Tender

18 May 2018 at 12:45

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence, ISTAR, is currently inviting tenders for the "Provision of Small Cell Batteries," which falls under the batteries category within the goods industry. This procurement is located in Bristol, UK, and is currently at the Tender stage. The tender period will close on 29th June 2018, while the contract is scheduled to commence on 1st August 2018 and run for one year. The estimated value of this procurement is £150,000, and it follows a selective procurement method, specifically a restricted procedure.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in battery supplies, particularly those offering lithium thionyl chloride and lithium polymer batteries. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as they may offer tailored solutions that meet the specific requirements outlined in the tender. Companies capable of delivering the required battery specifications, including those with experience in pre-charging and long shelf-life products, will be well-positioned to compete in this procurement process.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Small Cell Batteries

Notice Description

Expressions of Interest are invited from interested suppliers for the supply of small battery cells. There are three types of cell required, the specifications of which can be found below. Cell 1 Dimensions in mm (LxHxW): 20 x 45 x 4 The width must not exceed 4 mm, however minor variations in the Length and Height may be acceptable. Rated Capacity 850 mAh OCV 3.65 Volts Max Current 22 mA (pulse) Pulse Current of 34 mA for >5 s Chemistry Lithium Thionyl Chloride (Li/SOCl2) Cell 2 Dimensions in mm (LxHxW): 29 x 29 x 4 The width must not exceed 4 mm, however minor variations in the Length and Height may be acceptable. Rated Capacity 300 mAh Voltage 3.7 Current 300 mA Chemistry Lithium Polymer or equivalent Cell 3 Dimensions in mm (LxHxW): 17 x 36 x 1.96 The width must not exceed 2 mm, however minor variations in the Length and Height may be acceptable. Rated Capacity 225 mAh OCV 3.65 Volts Max Current 215 mA (pulse) Pulse Current of 34 mA for >5 s Chemistry Lithium Thionyl Chloride (Li/SOCl2) Requirements Cells will have an expected shelf life of around 2 years Cells are to be pre charged This requirement is subject to financial approvals and dates may be subject to change. 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: Batteries.'.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-524d1ee6-ec95-43d8-a3eb-3645a52f8b4b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/13cabae3-eaf5-4c8f-b6d1-d5516a55de52
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

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

CPV Codes

31440000 - Batteries

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 May 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
29 Jun 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2018 - 1 Aug 2019 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, ISTAR, OTHER
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
des-istar-batteries@mod.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+443067981450

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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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