Tender

Tactical Hearing Protection System Specialist User+ (THPS SU+)

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, LAND EQUIPMENT, SOLDIER TRAINING AND SPECIAL PROGRAMMES

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Tender

20 Aug 2017 at 12:09

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence, Land Equipment, Soldier Training and Special Programmes is conducting a procurement process for a Tactical Hearing Protection System Specialist User+ (THPS SU+). This tender is part of a project to develop a dual-layered hearing protection solution that integrates with existing MOD communication equipment. The procurement, classified under the 'Protective gear' category, is currently in the planning stage. Key dates to note include the planned end of the tender period on 7th November 2017, with a contract expected to start on 30th July 2018 and conclude on 29th July 2022. Interested suppliers should register and search for the notice on Contracts Finder.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in protective equipment and communication systems. Companies that focus on innovative technologies in hearing protection, particularly those that can provide dual-layered solutions compliant with workplace regulations, would be ideally suited to compete. With the emphasis on advanced integration with MOD operational needs, this tender offers a chance for growth for SMEs that are agile and capable of delivering complex safety solutions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Tactical Hearing Protection System Specialist User+ (THPS SU+)

Notice Description

The Authority has a requirement for a dual-layered hearing protection solution to form part of the Tactical Hearing Protection System (THPS) project. The solution should consist of a circum aural (over-ear) electronic level dependent headset that provides both hearing protection and two-way communications by integrating with current MOD radios, and an in-ear moisture resistant plug that should integrate seamlessly and not interfere with the headset to offer a complete system. The system should ensure that the MOD can offer dual-layered hearing protection that is fully compliant with the Control of Noise At Work Regulations (CNAWR) 2005. This PIN is to alert the market to the potential future requirement and is not a formal request for Expression of Interest (EOI). A Contract Notice and Dynamic PQQ is planned to be issued in October 2017 to request EOIs which shall reference this PIN. 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: Protective gear.'.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-5a4921fa-eb2c-4313-a920-a9a69c31f689
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/317c5e15-6e24-4c6e-a952-e6a0d4dda9a6
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

18 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories

CPV Codes

18143000 - Protective gear

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Aug 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
7 Nov 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
29 Jul 2018 - 29 Jul 2022 4-5 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, LAND EQUIPMENT, SOLDIER TRAINING AND SPECIAL PROGRAMMES
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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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