Tender

The Provision of Acoustic Training Devices, coursware and Equipment Support

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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Tender

20 Oct 2021 at 19:14

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence (MOD) is seeking tenders for "The Provision of Acoustic Training Devices, Courseware and Equipment Support". This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically for acoustic devices, with a total estimated value of £3,344,000. The tender period ends on 22nd November 2021, and the contract period commences from 1st March 2022 and runs until 1st April 2025. The procurement method is a selective restricted procedure, and responses should be directed to the contact point, Lara Elliott, via email.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in acoustic technology and training solutions, particularly those capable of delivering synthetic training aids that meet military specifications. Companies that can replicate airborne acoustic processing and integrate oceanographic modelling will be well-positioned to compete. As the MOD looks to enhance its training capabilities, firms in the defence sector and related industries are encouraged to consider this contract to expand their portfolio and foster relationships with governmental buyers.

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Notice Title

The Provision of Acoustic Training Devices, coursware and Equipment Support

Notice Description

The Ministry of Defence (MOD) requires a Synthetic Training Aid to be used as part of the training solution for Weapon Systems Operator (Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance) (WSOp(ISR)) Acoustics. To meet operational requirements, the equipment must replicate an airborne acoustic processor and include an accurate oceanographic model and target signatures to achieve the training standard set by the MOD. Four systems are required where one system is one instructor and 2 students. To express interest please complete the associated Pre Qualifying Questionnaire (PQQ) on the Defence Sourcing Portal (DSP) www.contracts.mod.uk

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-7e16fd59-4cfa-4edf-8107-bbc4943cfb48
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/05d4de63-e44d-4d01-a629-3bc035668361
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment


CPV Codes

32342400 - Acoustic devices

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,344,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Oct 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Nov 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Mar 2022 - 1 Apr 2025 3-4 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
Contact Name
Lara Elliott
Contact Email
lara.elliott121@mod.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
HIGH WYCOMBE
Postcode
HP14 4UE
Post Town
Hemel Hempstead
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ13 Buckinghamshire
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Buckinghamshire
Electoral Ward
Ridgeway West
Westminster Constituency
Mid Buckinghamshire

Further Information

Notice Documents

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