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Procurement of Parachutist's Altimeter

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, AIR SUPPORT, C17 COMMAND SUPPORT AND AIRBORNE EQUIPMENT PROJECT TEAM (CSAE PT)

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Tender

18 Nov 2016 at 20:17

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence, specifically the Air Support, C17 Command Support and Airborne Equipment Project Team (CSAE PT), is initiating a procurement process titled "Procurement of Parachutist's Altimeter." This tender falls under the goods category, specifically focusing on parachutes, and is set in the UK, with a tender period that ended on 6th November 2015. The total contract value is £400,000, with the contract expected to commence on 1st March 2016 and conclude by 31st July 2016. The procurement is being conducted through a selective method, which is a restricted procedure requiring interested suppliers to register as vendors to access further details.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in the production of high-altitude parachutists' altimeters suitable for military use. Companies with expertise in manufacturing robust, waterproof equipment that meets stringent operating conditions would be well-positioned to compete effectively. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, especially those able to fulfil the specific technical requirements outlined in the tender, thereby potentially expanding their market presence within the defence sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Procurement of Parachutist's Altimeter

Notice Description

The Ministry of Defence is looking to replace its current fleet of MA2-30A High Altitude Parachutists Altimeter. The replacement quantity of 320, must meet the following criteria: 1. Visual Altimeter that can be worn on the wrist and be adapted for Navigation Plate Mounting. 2. Minimum cleared Operating Altitude of 25,000 feet. 3. Analogue facia with Asymmetric Scale and Single Sweep pointer. 4. Operating Temperature of -35 to +80 degrees. 5. Electroluminescent lighting of the dial facia. 6. Waterproof. 7. Capable of manual or automatic (remote) adjustment of local/DZ elevation. Additional information: To view this notice, register as a supplier here: http://www.contracts.mod.uk/delta/signup.html?userType=supplier and search for the notice with reference 'UK-Bristol: Parachutes.'.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ac4fd91a-e063-4a6a-9d7e-d46664c4a6e3
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

CPV Codes

39523000 - Parachutes

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£400,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Nov 20169 years ago
Submission Deadline
6 Nov 2015Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Mar 2016 - 31 Jul 2016 1-6 months
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, AIR SUPPORT, C17 COMMAND SUPPORT AND AIRBORNE EQUIPMENT PROJECT TEAM (CSAE PT)
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
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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