Tender

704461451-140 MSS 141 SP155 VTN

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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Tender

02 Dec 2024 at 12:02

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence (MoD) is carrying out a public procurement process to directly award a contract to GE Energy Power Conversion Ltd for the supply of Integrated Gate Bi-Polar Transistors and Thyristors, required for the maintenance and operation of Type 45 and Queen Elizabeth class vessels operated by the Royal Navy. This tender falls under the Defence and Security Public Contracts Regulations 2011 and uses a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The process is currently in the tender stage, with the tender period ending on 11th December 2024. The contract is valued at GBP 1,500,000 and will run from 12th December 2024 to 12th December 2029. The items are classified under CPV code 35520000 (Parts for warships) and will be delivered to various locations globally, including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the United Kingdom.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in electrical power systems and components, specifically those equipped to supply high-specification military-grade equipment. Although the contract is being directly awarded to GE Energy Power Conversion Ltd due to the unique requirements and exclusive supply arrangements, firms that can demonstrate similar high-level capabilities might seek to establish future partnerships or sub-contracting arrangements with GE Energy. Companies within the defence sector with expertise in providing niche, high-quality components for naval vessels would find this tender particularly relevant for business growth and market positioning.

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Notice Title

704461451-140 MSS 141 SP155 VTN

Notice Description

The Secretary of State for Defence intends to directly award a contract to GE Energy Power Conversion Ltd for technical reasons under regulation 16(1)(a)(ii) of the Defence and Security Public Contracts Regulations 2011 for the supply of Integrated Gate Bi-Polar Transistors and Thyristors, which are manufactured by Dynex Semiconductor Ltd exclusively for GE Energy Power Conversion Ltd and are essential for the operation of the VDM25000 electrical power and population converter Machine Bridge Modules and Supply Bridge Modules. These are used exclusively on the Type 45 and Queen Elizabeth class vessels operated by the Royal Navy. These goods are manufactured exclusively by Dynex Semiconductor Ltd for integration into the equipment used on the specified vessels. The manufacturer has confirmed that: The goods are specifically designed and produced for this unique purpose and are not manufactured for any other use or market. GE Energy Power Conversion Ltd has an exclusive supply arrangement with the manufacturer, making them the sole authorised distributor of these goods. As a result, there are no other suppliers capable of providing these goods to the required specification.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e68d6d8f-56bd-4fd5-8653-29f9313597bd
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5ffac06c-cb8c-4069-afa0-e82f2d999679
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

35520000 - Parts for warships

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 Dec 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
12 Dec 2024 - 12 Dec 2029 Over 5 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
Not specified
Contact Email
jack.harris262@mod.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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
Not specified

Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Stoke Park & Cheswick
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

Further Information

Notice Documents

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