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703225451 Merlin Mk2 Active Dipping Sonar Cable Cutter Cartridge UK7

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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24 Jul 2026 at 11:29

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Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence, located in Yeovil, England, has recently completed a procurement process for a contract titled "703225451 Merlin Mk2 Active Dipping Sonar Cable Cutter Cartridge UK7", which falls under the repair and maintenance services category for helicopters. Managed through a selective procurement method as a call-off from a framework agreement, the tendering phase concluded on 10th July 2023. The award was announced on 24th July 2026, commencing on 21st July 2023, and extending until 30th September 2026. This contract, valued at £6,770,185, reflects the strategic requirements for maintaining defence capabilities in the region.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses experienced in providing specialised repair and maintenance services, particularly those dealing with defence and aerospace sectors. While SMEs and VCSEs may not primarily benefit due to the contract's scale and requirements, large enterprises like Leonardo Helicopters Ltd, the awarded supplier, are ideally suited to meet the high standards and technical specifications demanded. Companies involved in similar services could potentially explore subcontracting opportunities or bolster their credentials for future tenders with the Ministry of Defence.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

703225451 Merlin Mk2 Active Dipping Sonar Cable Cutter Cartridge UK7

Notice Description

Notice of Contract Award for Active Dipping Sonar Cable Cutter Cartridge (ADS CCC)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ce503886-cf86-40c4-8373-2e94f3ec8589
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eac36343-f014-446f-9c71-bbf2a80afa64
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

50212000 - Repair and maintenance services of helicopters

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£6,770,185 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£6,770,185 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
10 Jul 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Jul 20233 years ago
Contract Period
20 Jul 2023 - 30 Sep 2026 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
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
YEOVIL
Postcode
BA20 2YB
Post Town
Bath
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK62 Somerset
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Somerset
Electoral Ward
Yeovil South
Westminster Constituency
Yeovil

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LEONARDO HELICOPTERS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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