Tender

A Collaborative Robot

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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Tender

23 Oct 2024 at 15:12

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence is seeking the procurement of Collaborative Robot (Cobot) arm(s) and accessories to enhance remote working capabilities for hazardous activities. This tender falls under the "Industrial robots" category and is geared towards the development and support of Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) activities in Salisbury, South West England. Currently at the Tender stage, this open procedure (above threshold) has a closing date of 22 November 2024, and the contract is set to begin on 1 January 2025, running until 31 March 2028. The total contract value is estimated at GBP 350,000.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the industrial robotics sector, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) looking to expand their market footprint. Companies with expertise in manufacturing and supplying advanced robotic equipment and accessories are well-suited to participate. Winning this contract could lead to long-term growth through government partnerships and the potential for innovation and development in remote working technologies. Interested businesses should ensure they meet the technical requirements and prepare to submit their bids promptly.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

A Collaborative Robot

Notice Description

The procurement of Collaborative Robot (Cobot) arm(s) and accessories to support the development and implementation of remote working capabilities for a range of hazardous activities undertaken by Dstl. Please use the below link to complete the ITT: https://contracts.mod.uk/go/943820780192B9ED471D

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9662f767-637d-48c6-bd50-c328c5bbd7d3
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

42 - Industrial machinery

CPV Codes

42997300 - Industrial robots

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£350,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2025 - 31 Mar 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
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
SALISBURY
Postcode
SP4 0JQ
Post Town
Salisbury
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK72 Wiltshire
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Wiltshire
Electoral Ward
Winterslow & Upper Bourne Valley
Westminster Constituency
Salisbury

Further Information

Notice Documents

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