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CBRN/00243 - PATSY BNS

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, ISTAR, CHEMICAL, BIOLOGICAL, RADIOLOGICAL AND NUCLEAR DELIVERY TEAM (CBRN DT)

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Tender

13 Aug 2018 at 15:16

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence, specifically the ISTAR, Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear Delivery Team (CBRN DT), is seeking suppliers for the contract titled "CBRN/00243 - PATSY BNS," which focuses on providing Below Neck CBR Protective Clothing Systems for Aircrew. This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically aimed at the nuclear, biological, chemical, and radiological protection equipment industry. The tender period concludes on 30th August 2018, while the contract is expected to begin on 23rd September 2019 and will run for five years. Deliveries for this contract must start with the first 900 systems due at Award + 23 months, with the last batch no later than Award + 45 months. The contract value is estimated between £2 million and £5.5 million, utilising a selective procurement method under a restricted procedure. The delivery addresses are located in the South West region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the protective clothing manufacturing sector, particularly those that can supply integrated solutions combining garments, gloves, and accessories. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary and community sector enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, as the contracting authority believes that such entities could meet the requirements. Successful bidders will have the chance to establish themselves within the military procurement ecosystem, where quality standards and innovative solutions are highly valued. Ensuring compliance with specific integration and operational requirements will be essential for suppliers looking to win this contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CBRN/00243 - PATSY BNS

Notice Description

Dates to be corrected in the original notice: Place of dates to be added: Section: IV.3.4 Instead of: 30/08/2019 Read: 30/08/2018 Instead of: 30 August 2019 Time: 10:00 Read: 30 August 2019 Time: 10:00 Other additional information: PATSY (AIRCREW CBRN PROTECTION)- THE SUPPLY OF A BELOW NECK CBR PROTECTIVE CLOTHING SYSTEM FOR AIRCREW: Please note: The notice DOES NOT involve the setting up of a framework agreement - this is a system error. (ref II.1.3-4 Framework agreements) The Chemical Biological Radiological and Nuclear Protection Delivery Team (CBRN DT) is seeking Expressions of Interest from parties wishing to be considered for the supply of a Below Neck CBR Protective Clothing System for Aircrew (Category D). One of the key drivers for the programme is to provide the required level of Below Neck CBR protection (Key User Requirement) whilst imposing the minimum physiological burden on the wearer. The selected contractor will be responsible for the supply of a Below Neck System (BNS) for approximately 524 aircrew personnel requiring 3 systems per person (approx. 1527), plus additional trials and training sets (approx 50) to be determined at Invitation to Tender (ITT). The first 900 systems are to be delivered at Contract Award (CA) + 23 months with the balance no later than CA + 45 months (earlier delivery is desirable to the Authority but not essential). Additional buys may be required on an Ad Hoc basis, stipulated by the Authority when required. The BNS should be a Commercial Off the Shelf (COTS) solution. The Authority is looking for a Below Neck CBR System which will be an integrated CBR solution comprising of an undergarment, socks and gloves. For clarity, the system must cover personnel from the neck down and must integrate with the Authority's Above Neck System (ANS - a development of the current APED In-Service solution) which includes a neck skirt. The Interface Control Document (ICD) will be issued at ITT containing details of the APED system. A supplier may be a manufacturer or act as a Prime Contractor (PC) and sub-contract components of the system to other suppliers (e.g. gloves) to deliver the complete BNS. The supplier will be responsible for the integration of the BNS ensemble, i.e. undergarment, socks and gloves and compliance of their BNS with the ANS with the ICD. The Authority will be responsible for integration of the BNS with the ANS components and other Aircrew Equipment Assemblies (AEA). The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement. To enable the solution to enter operational service with UK military aviation formations, the supplier will be responsible for providing supporting information, including but not limited to: Training and Training Aids, Technical Publications, Safety and Environmental evide 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: Nuclear, Biological, Chemical and Radiological protection equipment.'.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-63fa3aba-526a-41b2-97db-c6364ebde354
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1b2cda22-7a30-40fe-8b8e-bfbc13b760fc
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

35113200 - Nuclear, biological, chemical and radiological protection equipment

35113410 - Garments for biological or chemical protection

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£5,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Aug 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
30 Aug 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
22 Sep 2019 - 23 Sep 2024 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, ISTAR, CHEMICAL, BIOLOGICAL, RADIOLOGICAL AND NUCLEAR DELIVERY TEAM (CBRN DT)
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
emily.barrow101@mod.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44067982667

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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