Planning

Capability enhancements for Sonar 2087 (RFI and Industry day)

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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Planning

24 Oct 2022 at 13:16

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence has initiated a planning stage tender for Capability enhancements for Sonar 2087. This procurement process involves seeking information about potential capability upgrades/insertions for Sonar 2087, specifically related to Thales Sonar technology. The engagement end date is set for January 6, 2023. The procurement falls under the industry category of "Research and Development services on security and defence materials" and is located in the South East region of the United Kingdom.

This tender by the Ministry of Defence presents an opportunity for business growth, particularly for companies involved in research and development services within the security and defence materials sector. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are well-suited to participate in this tender. By integrating their product offerings with Thales Sonar technology, businesses can showcase their capabilities to MOD entities such as DE&S, Dstl, and NCHQ as part of Project Spearhead, potentially leading to business collaborations and growth opportunities.

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Notice Title

Capability enhancements for Sonar 2087 (RFI and Industry day)

Notice Description

Sonar 2087 is a Low Frequency Active (LFA) and passive Variable Depth Sonar (VDS), in service in the RN Type 23 Frigates. The Ministry of Defence (The "Authority") is currently seeking information about options that are available as potential capability upgrades/insertions for Sonar 2087. An opportunity to integrate product offerings with Thales Sonar technology and demonstrate to MOD (including DE&S, Dstl and NCHQ) as part of Project Spearhead. Full details in the attachment including how to register for the industry day and how to submit an RFI response.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/628708a1-5946-4a73-ad8c-822afa3f0da3
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73400000 - Research and Development services on security and defence materials

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Oct 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
6 Jan 2023Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

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
PORTSMOUTH
Postcode
PO2 8BY
Post Town
Portsmouth
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ31 Portsmouth
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Portsmouth
Electoral Ward
Nelson
Westminster Constituency
Portsmouth North

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