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08 Jun 2021 at 11:02

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence has completed the procurement process for the "Underwater Sonic Beacon Locator," a project involving the modification of the Merlin Helicopter. This contract, classified under the goods category of administration, defence, and social security services (CPV code 75000000), has a value of £321,723.17 and is based in Yeovil, England. The tender period concluded on 12 May 2021, with the contract period running from 13 May 2021 to 25 March 2024. This procurement was conducted through a selective method as a call-off from a framework agreement.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in advanced maritime technology and defence-related goods. Companies with expertise in helicopter modifications, underwater locator systems, and similar technologies are particularly well-suited to engage in this sector. The awarded contract to Leonardo UK Ltd demonstrates the potential for collaboration in the defence industry, allowing businesses to align themselves with government contracts that can bolster growth and innovation.

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Notice Title

Underwater Sonic Beacon Locator

Notice Description

Merlin Helicopter Modification for the Underwater Sonic Beacon Locator

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-7c47136a-9b50-42a1-a7d3-93f329044434
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/15b580f6-a261-4964-8144-59ad53f13e78
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

75 - Administration, defence and social security services


CPV Codes

75000000 - Administration, defence and social security services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£321,723 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£321,723 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jun 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 May 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 May 20215 years ago
Contract Period
13 May 2021 - 25 Mar 2024 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
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
YEOVIL
Postcode
BA20 2YB
Postcode Area
Bath
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK62 Somerset
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Somerset
Electoral Ward
Yeovil South
Westminster Constituency
Yeovil

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Leonardo UK Ltd

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