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Night Vision Goggles Trainer Transparency Notice

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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19 May 2025 at 09:08

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence is overseeing the procurement process for the "Night Vision Goggles Trainer Transparency Notice," classified under the industry category of training and simulation in aircraft, missiles, and spacecrafts (CPV: 80650000). This procurement process, currently at the tender stage, has a direct procurement method specified as a single tender action below the threshold. Based in Bristol, England, the Ministry seeks to fulfil the requirements with services provided across several locations, including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. The tender period will conclude on 21 March 2025, with the contract expected to commence on 22 April 2025 and conclude by 22 April 2027.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the training and simulation services sector, especially those focusing on advanced technology applications in defence. Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, leveraging their agility and specialised capabilities to meet niche requirements. The direct procurement method implies a streamlined decision-making process, potentially favouring businesses with a strong portfolio in defence-related simulations. Engaging in this procurement can pave the way for reputable collaborations with a prestigious organisation like the Ministry of Defence, thereby enhancing market presence and credibility in the defence sector.

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Notice Title

Night Vision Goggles Trainer Transparency Notice

Notice Description

Night Vision Goggles Trainer Re-let Contract Transparency Notice 713364450

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9f93119b-2049-48d5-a436-ca42f17a1a1d
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80650000 - Training and simulation in aircrafts, missiles and spacecrafts

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£43,064 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
21 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
21 Apr 2025 - 22 Apr 2027 2-3 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
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Contact Email
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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
Not specified

Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Stoke Park & Cheswick
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

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