Tender

701578443 - Counter Uncrewed Air System (C-UAS)

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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Tender

13 Sep 2021 at 11:33

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence is seeking suppliers for the procurement of Counter Uncrewed Air Systems (C-UAS) under a tender titled "701578443 - Counter Uncrewed Air System (C-UAS)." This procurement falls within the electronic warfare systems and counter measures industry category, with an estimated total value of up to £15 million over the contract duration. The tender period is set to close on 11th October 2021, while the contract period will commence on 16th November 2021 and run until 15th November 2023. The procurement method is an open procedure conducted above the applicable threshold.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in electronic warfare systems and related goods, particularly those that can demonstrate capabilities in developing or supplying C-UAS technology. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, given that there are provisions for their involvement. Engaging with this contract could enhance growth for businesses focused on innovative defence solutions and technology support, potentially unlocking future contracts as the Ministry seeks to expand its capabilities.

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Notice Title

701578443 - Counter Uncrewed Air System (C-UAS)

Notice Description

This requirement is for the purchase of Counter Uncrewed Air Systems (C-UAS). The initial contract term will be for 2 years, up to the value for PS4M. This contract will also include options to (a) extend for a further 2 years for support to the units purchased during phase one (b) extend for a further 5 years to procure and support additional systems up to the value of PS11M. The total possible spend under this contract will be PS15M. A Cyber Risk Assessment has been raised for this requirement under Assessment number RAR-910286599. The associated Cyber Risk Profile is 'Very Low''.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-963ba889-eb17-48cd-8db1-b32896ba93df
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/20b2ed2f-9b1f-4954-a677-2d98f31e6964
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment


CPV Codes

35730000 - Electronic warfare systems and counter measures

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£15,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Sep 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 Oct 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
16 Nov 2021 - 15 Nov 2023 1-2 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
PORTSMOUTH
Postcode
PO2 8BY
Post Town
Portsmouth
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ31 Portsmouth
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Portsmouth
Electoral Ward
Nelson
Westminster Constituency
Portsmouth North

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