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Gun-Fire Control System Mk 8 (GSA 8) - Early Engagement

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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02 Feb 2022 at 12:29

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02 Feb 2022 at 12:18

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02 Feb 2022 at 08:25

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence is currently conducting an early engagement process for the procurement of the Gun-Fire Control System Mk 8 (GSA 8), aimed at maintaining the system's availability and capability on T23 Frigates and associated shore establishments. This procurement, classified under "Repair and maintenance services of weapon systems," has a potential contract value of up to £1.5 million over a sixteen-month period, which commences on 1 February 2023 and concludes on 31 May 2024. Interested suppliers must submit their feedback by 18 February 2022, with a Market Interest Day planned for 10:00 to 11:00 on the same day, during which suppliers can discuss the procurement strategy and commercial options with the contracting authority.

This tender represents an opportunity for businesses specialising in defence support, specifically those involved in maintenance and repair services for military systems. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, as the procurement process aims to engage a diverse range of suppliers. Companies with expertise in providing integrated support services, including equipment maintenance, spares management, and technical support for weapon systems, will find this opportunity aligns with their capabilities and can significantly contribute to business growth within the defence sector.

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Notice Title

Gun-Fire Control System Mk 8 (GSA 8) - Early Engagement

Notice Description

The International Guns, Missiles & Rockets (IGMR) team within DE&S is conducting early market engagement to gain an understanding of the potential level of interest in the market and give suppliers the opportunity to comment on the procurement strategy for the provision of Gun-Fire Control System Mk 8 (GSA 8) equipment In-Service Support. The requirement is to assist the Authority in maintaining availability and capability of the GSA8 system as fitted in T23 Frigates and shore establishments. The potential contract value is up to PS1.5M over 16 months (from 1 Feb 2023 till 31 May 2024). At the end of this 16-month period combined support for GSA 8 and GSA9 systems over a longer period may be explored. Background: GSA8 is the current Gun Fire Control System (GFCS) for the 4.5" Mk8 Medium Calibre Gun (MCG) fitted to the T23 Frigates, in conjunction with the General-Purpose Electro Optical Director (GPEOD) which provides Situational Awareness (SA) and visual target tracking. GSA8/GPEOD has been in service since 1988 and there have been significant obsolescence issues. Since 2021 the T23 population has commenced a gradual draw down of hull numbers and in 2035 the final T23 is due to reach her Out of Service Date (OSD). The intention is for the GSA8/GPEOD systems recovered from T23s, as they each have their own individual OSDs, to be made available to augment current stores holdings and support the remaining T23s. The following equipment shall be supported under this Contract: - The 12 x GSA8 system as fitted to T23 Frigates. - Spares held in stores and on-board ships and at Contractors facilities - The GSA 8 Reference Rig as maintained by Leonardo MW - The GSA 8 System as fitted at the Shore Integration Facility (SIF) at Portsdown Hill. - The GSA 8 Training systems fitted at HMS Collingwood. - Special to Type Test Equipment held by the Contractor in support of this contract Request for feedback: The IGMR Delivery Team wishes to understand the views of interested providers, particularly in relation to challenges of providing intermediate support and the relatively short contract duration thereafter. Interested providers views on constraints relating to the contract transition and access to necessary Intellectual Property Rights (IPR), is particularly sought). The interested suppliers are invited to submit their feedback to Richard.Ireland499@mod.gov.uk . Further to above, interested suppliers are also invited to attend a Market Interest Day which will be held virtually via MS Teams on 18 February 2022, 10.00-11.00 to further discuss and capture potential suppliers' views on the requirement, including viability and possible delivery options, as well as allowing discussion around elements of the commercial strategy, such as pricing mechanisms and duration. In order to participate in Market Interest Day, interested suppliers must confirm their attendance by 11 February 2022 by emailing Richard.Ireland499@mod.gov.uk Additional information: This is not a formal tender document. Participation of this soft market engagement will not prejudice suppliers participating in any future procurement. The Authority is publishing this announcement without any commitment to issue a tender or place a contract. Accordingly, any expenditure, work or effort undertaken before contract award is a matter solely for the commercial judgement of potential suppliers.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/86cb5646-19ad-4390-bd6b-943a5d4e44e1
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
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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

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

50842000 - Repair and maintenance services of weapon systems

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Feb 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
18 Feb 2022Expired
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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
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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
TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Stoke Park & Cheswick
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

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