Tender

Miscellaneous Sonar Equipment Follow-On Contract

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, SHIPS, MARITIME COMBAT SYSTEMS (MCS) TEAM

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Tender

25 Aug 2019 at 11:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence, Ships, Maritime Combat Systems (MCS) Team is seeking bids for the “Miscellaneous Sonar Equipment Follow-On Contract,” with an estimated total value ranging from £20 million to £27 million. This procurement falls under the services category and involves the provision of in-service support for various sonar equipment, including Echo Sounders and Underwater Telephones. The tender is currently in the active stage, with the submission deadline set for 20 September 2019. The contract is expected to commence on 1 April 2021 and run until 31 March 2031, with delivery required in the South West region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in underwater electronic warfare and sonar technology, particularly those capable of providing comprehensive support services, including spare parts and technology refresh initiatives. Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement method is selective, employing a negotiated procedure approach, which may favour competitive and innovative solutions. Businesses with experience in defence contracts, particularly in maritime combat systems, would be well-positioned to compete effectively for this contract.

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Notice Title

Miscellaneous Sonar Equipment Follow-On Contract

Notice Description

The Defence Equipment & Support (DE&S) Underwater Electronic Warfare (UEW) Delivery Team (DT) is considering a 10 year in service support contract including spares availability and technology refresh on some of the equipments for Miscellaneous Sonar Equipment (MSE). Expected start date would be April 2021. The total value (ex VAT) of the contract is expected to range from PS20-27M. MSE includes Echo Sounders, Underwater Telephones, Towed Noise Sources, and some additional Minor Sonars. The portfolio includes safety related sonars. 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: Sonars.'.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-6f126d7e-a723-436f-b44d-60147e72df0d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8334b7eb-7077-4aa5-89ab-ef88b52d03a1
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Negotiated procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)


CPV Codes

38113000 - Sonars

38114000 - Echo sounders

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£27,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Aug 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
20 Sep 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2021 - 31 Mar 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, SHIPS, MARITIME COMBAT SYSTEMS (MCS) TEAM
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
moira.duggan314@mod.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+443067985209

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

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