Award

Flight Tasking Management System

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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Award

02 Nov 2021 at 22:45

Tender

04 May 2021 at 21:55

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence is seeking suppliers for the "Flight Tasking Management System" as part of a selective tendering process for a significant procurement in the defence industry. This procurement, classified under the "Air traffic control software package" category, is located in the UK and is designed to enhance operations at RAF Brize Norton and RAF Northolt. The tender is active, with a deadline for submissions set for 3rd June 2021. The contract, valued at £3,800,000 and lasting for about three years, may include options for extensions. Interested parties must access the Defence Sourcing Portal to express interest and complete a Pre-Qualifying Questionnaire (PQQ).

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in software development, particularly those with experience in air traffic control systems or related technologies. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to apply, as the Ministry of Defence has noted that the contract may be suitable for them. Companies with capabilities in electronic trading via the CP&F tool, alongside a clear understanding of the procurement criteria, will be well-positioned to compete for this contract. By successfully securing this contract, suppliers can enhance their standing in the defence sector and build long-term relationships with a key government entity.

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Notice Title

Flight Tasking Management System

Notice Description

Flight tasking management system. A primary tool for planning and managing all 2 Gp UK and overseas flying operations, at RAF Brize Norton and RAF Northolt. The user shall be provided with an application that delivers end-to-end functionality, from task inception to task completion and continues to deliver the efficiencies of the current system. The capability will be used in support of the RAF's Strategic and Tactical Air Transport Fleets. The application, which delivers the capability, will be the critical component in the planning and execution of tasks from both fleets. The application will be employed at multiple sites and access, both read and write, can be made from any location which has access to MODNET and has been licensed to use the application.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Flight tasking management system. A primary tool for planning and managing all 2 Gp UK and overseas flying operations, at RAF Brize Norton and RAF Northolt. The user shall be provided with an application that delivers end-to-end functionality, from task inception to task completion and continues to deliver the efficiencies of the current system. The capability will be used in support of the RAF's Strategic and Tactical Air Transport Fleets. The application, which delivers the capability, will be the critical component in the planning and execution of tasks from both fleets. The application will be employed at multiple sites and access, both read and write, can be made from any location which has access to MODNET and has been licensed to use the application.

Options: 2 x one year options available

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02ad10
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027489-2021
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48121000 - Air traffic control software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
£3,800,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£1,798,560 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Nov 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
3 Jun 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Oct 20214 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
caroline.razavi750@mod.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
HIGH WYCOMBE
Postcode
N/A
Post Town
Not specified
Country
Not specified

Major Region (ITL 1)
Not specified
Basic Region (ITL 2)
Not specified
Small Region (ITL 3)
Not specified
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Not specified
Electoral Ward
Not specified
Westminster Constituency
Not specified

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

APM TECHNOLOGIES

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