Planning

Request for Information - Conventional Vehicle systems Post Design Services

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Planning

07 Apr 2021 at 15:05

Market Engagement Notice
Planning

07 Apr 2021 at 14:34

Market Engagement Notice
Planning

01 Apr 2021 at 10:06

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence is seeking submissions for a Request for Information regarding Conventional Vehicle Systems Post Design Services. This procurement process is at the planning stage, with a key engagement end date set for 14th May 2021. The opportunity is categorised under reconnaissance and patrol vehicles and includes additional classifications such as command and liaison vehicles, and development of military vehicles. The engagement aims to gather insights from the market prior to formal contracting initiatives and is based in Bristol, South West England.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in military vehicle design, systems development, and operational support. Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, as the buyer is keen to explore diverse capabilities and expertise in this field. By engaging in this RFI process, businesses can position themselves favourably for upcoming contracts and showcase their ability to meet the operational needs outlined by the Ministry of Defence.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Request for Information - Conventional Vehicle systems Post Design Services

Notice Description

Conventional Vehicle Systems Post Design Services Request for Information. The Authority (DE&S) is considering the appointment of a single Design Authority (DA) for the legacy platforms detailed in the attachment. This Request For Information (RFI) is therefore being issued prior to the commencement of any such formal requirement, and/or associated Contract Notice being issued through the Defence Sourcing Portal (DSP), with a view to obtaining comments from Industry on this proposal. The proposed Roles, Responsibilities and Obligations (RR&O) of the single DA in this context are as outlined in the attachment. In engaging the market at this stage, the Authority seeks to better understand the appetite and capability for undertaking such a role; whether this is considered feasible; and the early identification of any associated risks, issues or concerns - including any constraints - such as Intellectual Property (IP). The Authority intends to follow this RFI with a 'virtual' Industry Day prior to publication of any formal Contract Notice. Additional information: For full details please see attached RFI.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0f8067c2-9b89-4315-8696-b7c860cadf7f
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

35412400 - Reconnaissance and patrol vehicles

35412500 - Command and liaison vehicles

73423000 - Development of military vehicles

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Apr 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
14 May 2021Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

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
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Stoke Park & Cheswick
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

Further Information

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