Tender

DARTROSE Remote Controlled Vehicle - Explosive Ordnance Disposals

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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Tender

23 Oct 2020 at 15:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence is initiating a procurement process for the DARTROSE Remote Controlled Vehicle targeted at Explosive Ordnance Disposal, with a total estimated contract value of £100 million. The procurement, classified under Remote-control equipment, is currently in the tender stage, with a deadline for submissions set for 30th September 2021. This opportunity allows for the acquisition of approximately 50 medium-weight remote-controlled vehicles, which necessitate a pre-existing solution that requires only minor modifications. A virtual Industry Day is scheduled for 26th November 2020, aimed at facilitating discussions among potential suppliers regarding the requirements.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the defence and technology sectors, especially those specialising in remote-controlled and autonomous systems. Companies equipped to provide Commercial Off-the-Shelf solutions with capabilities in training support, maintenance, and in-service support for explosives-related technologies will find this procurement particularly relevant. SMEs are encouraged to participate, given the emphasis on innovation and collaboration in the Ministry of Defence's procurement strategy.

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Notice Title

DARTROSE Remote Controlled Vehicle - Explosive Ordnance Disposals

Notice Description

INDUSTRY DAY Request for Information Medium Weight Remote Controlled Vehicle - Explosive Ordnance Disposals 1. The Department is using this Request for Information (RFI) to help inform the development of its strategy in procurement and support of Remote Controlled Explosive Ordnance Disposals Vehicles. This RFI provides an opportunity for Industry to comment on the outline requirements. This RFI is not a commitment by the Department to launch a formal procurement procedure. Background 2. Defence Equipment and Support is the Ministry of Defence's Procurement Hub; managing the acquisition and through life support of equipment and services used by the Royal Navy, British Army and the Royal Air Force. 3. Specialist and Autonomous Mobility; Remote Controlled Vehicles Delivery Team (SAM RCV DT) is responsible for the procurement, in-service support and disposal of all EOD RCV; ensuring that new equipment is delivered into service on time, within budget and at an affordable cost, and that in-service RCVs are maintained to provide capabilities to Explosive Ordnance Disposal and Search End-Users. Requirement: 4. SAM RCV DT is exploring options for the procurement of approximately 50 Medium weight Remote Controlled Vehicle in line with the follow specification: a. A pre-existing RCV for a Commercial Off the Shelf (COTS) Procurement with only minor modifications expected b. Weighs approximately between 60-140kg c. Provision of 'Train the Trainer' maintenance and operator courses d. Through life In Service Support Industry Day 5. A virtual Industry Day is planned for Thursday 26th November, 2020 a. The virtual Industry Day will be hosted by the MoD, invites will be sent to companies who submit an expression of interest that meet the below criteria. All expressions of interest must contain: i. The name of the company being represented and the individuals requesting attendance. ii. Confirmation of security clearance level of the individuals and/or confirmation of the company being List X iii. An outline of the technical information for the proposed DARTROSE solution. This should include as a minimum the weight and size dimensions of the RCV. iv. All information to be submitted to the POC listed for this notice no later than Monday 23rd November 2020. Conflicts of Interest 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: Remote-control equipment.'.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-816f38c0-91fa-4c94-af65-2d819e5041bf
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0f26df20-cd82-4a84-9384-b5bbf5293ad1
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

42 - Industrial machinery

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

38820000 - Remote-control equipment

42997300 - Industrial robots

90523200 - Bomb-disposal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Oct 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
29 Sep 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
29 Sep 2021 - 29 Sep 2026 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
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
matthew.llewellyn103@mod.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+443001613735

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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