Tender

Maritime Training Systems Through-Life Availability and Support Services (MARTASS)

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, SHIPS, MARITIME COMBAT SYSTEMS (MCS) TEAM

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Tender

18 Nov 2016 at 20:17

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence, Ships, Maritime Combat Systems (MCS) Team is conducting a selective tender for the contract titled "Maritime Training Systems Through-Life Availability and Support Services (MARTASS)." This procurement, classified under training services, is taking place in the UK, specifically in London. The tender period is set to close on 31 August 2016, with the contract likely to commence on 1 July 2017 and span a duration of five years, potentially extendable by up to two years. The total value of the contract is estimated at £31,400,000.

This opportunity is well-suited for businesses that specialise in providing training services, particularly those with capabilities in maritime training simulators and related technological solutions. Companies that are adept at handling classified material may find a competitive advantage, as the tender involves elements that require compliance with stringent security protocols. The invitation to bid is limited to a maximum of six suppliers who demonstrate proficiency through a pre-qualification questionnaire, making this a significant opportunity for well-prepared organisations in the sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Maritime Training Systems Through-Life Availability and Support Services (MARTASS)

Notice Description

Provision of In-Service Support and Post Design Services contract to support and maintain the availability of MARTASS training systems, the provision of associated technical support, and the management and delivery of new/upgraded/technical refresh training solutions as directed. It is the intention to award an in service support contract to a single supplier (prime contractor). Data packs will be provided to bidders at the tender stage, where available. Elements of this requirement involve handling of material classified up to UK Secret Eyes Only. It is anticipated that the support contract will be for awarded in July 2017 for a period of 5 years with options to extend for an additional 2 years. A maximum of six bidders shall be invited to tender. These bidders shall be those suppliers that have scored highest in the pre-qualification questionnaire (PQQ). Should a supplier be assessed as non-compliant or be scored as a 'fail' against any of the questions in the PQQ it shall not be invited to tender. 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-London: Training simulators.'.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ec1ed1f4-a6e8-43e5-94c8-d8ae4769c0c8
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

34152000 - Training simulators

80500000 - Training services

80640000 - Training and simulation in warships

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£31,400,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Nov 20169 years ago
Submission Deadline
31 Aug 2016Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2017 - 30 Jun 2023 Over 5 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, SHIPS, MARITIME COMBAT SYSTEMS (MCS) TEAM
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2HB
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

Notice Documents

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