Planning

RFI0039 RN Modular/Containerised ASW Concepts

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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Planning

29 May 2024 at 10:40

Market Engagement Notice
Planning

30 Apr 2024 at 16:04

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence has issued a procurement opportunity titled "RFI0039 RN Modular/Containerised ASW Concepts" in the military research and technology industry category. This tender, at the planning stage, seeks engagement from industry experts in providing Remote or Autonomous Anti-Submarine Warfare SENSING capabilities. The engagement end date is set for 14th June 2024.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses with expertise in acoustic ASW solutions to contribute their capabilities for potential deployment in Modular/Containerised 20ft ISO containers. Responses in the form of White Papers are requested, detailing sensor capabilities and ancillary equipment suitable for deployment. SMEs with innovative technologies and experience in underwater defense systems are well-suited to participate in this competitive procurement process led by the Ministry of Defence.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

RFI0039 RN Modular/Containerised ASW Concepts

Notice Description

RFI0039 - RN Modular/Containerised ASW Concepts This RFI is not a bidding opportunity but a means by which industry can provide information. Any resulting procurement activity will be conducted competitively. The Royal Navy is seeking to gain information from Industry as to Remote or Autonomous Anti-Submarine Warfare SENSING capabilities that could be hosted within a Modular/Containerised 20ft ISO (or series of ISO containers) for deployment from a Common Medium sized Uncrewed Surface Vessel (C-MUSV ~40M vessel). Note this is NOT an RFI for the vessel/platform itself. Responses (White Papers) of no more than 5 pages are requested explaining the sensor or sensors and ancillary equipment which could be deployed (remotely or autonomously). Specifically, the RN is seeking to understand acoustic ASW solutions that are 'Frigate-lite' in capability parameters, it should be noted that unlike ASW Frigates, the host USV may not be acoustically quietened or clad. Alternative Non-Acoustic sensing options are also of interest but would need to represent a detection capability equal to current active/passive detection ranges or would need to be hosted complimentary to an acoustic solution. Where possible an indication of Technology Readiness Level, Detection Ranges (against indicative SSK/SSN like threats), likely Integration requirements with the host platform, C2 requirements (ashore or afloat to conduct 'Process Exploitation and Dissemination' of the data) and very ROM costs would be useful as well as indicative timeline to deliver a potential demonstrator. Please complete Annex A of the attached document. Please note: This RFI is an information gathering exercise, no further discussions with industry are planned at this stage however any future procurement activity will be advertised in line with public procurement regulations on the Defence Sourcing Portal and Contracts Finder.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/482adcec-4c43-4f9a-ab83-f996c7bdd80b
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

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73410000 - Military research and technology

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 May 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
14 Jun 2024Expired
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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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
Not specified
Local Authority
Portsmouth
Electoral Ward
Nelson
Westminster Constituency
Portsmouth North

Further Information

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