Tender

The Procurement of CNC Milling Machines and Vertical Machining Centres

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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Tender

27 May 2021 at 21:45

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence in the UK is currently conducting a procurement process for the purchase of CNC Milling Machines and Vertical Machining Centres, which are essential for supporting Aviation Workshops across various RAF sites. The tender is ongoing and aims to enhance the capability to manufacture bespoke parts for routine maintenance and modifications of aircraft. The procurement method employed is selective, featuring a competitive procedure with negotiation. The deadline for submitting responses is set for 5th July 2021, with an invitation for the second stage of the process scheduled for 19th July 2021. The contract term has a duration of three years, involving deliveries across multiple locations in the UK, including Bristol.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses that specialise in the manufacturing and supply of advanced milling machines and related equipment. Companies that are well-suited to compete include those with expertise in CNC technology, machine operator training, and compliance with ISO:9001 standards. Suppliers capable of providing comprehensive support, including delivery and on-site training for the equipment, will have a competitive advantage. The inclusion of options for additional equipment, such as 4th Axis Rotary Units, further expands the market potential, appealing to businesses looking to establish or grow their presence in the defence manufacturing sector.

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Notice Title

The Procurement of CNC Milling Machines and Vertical Machining Centres

Notice Description

The Ministry of Defence (hereafter referred to as the Authority) has an enduring requirement to support Aviation Workshops at multiple RAF sites across the UK. In order to manufacture components in support of routine maintenance and modifications to Aircraft and Aircraft equipment the capability to mill bespoke parts is required. The Authority has a requirement to purchase new Milling Machines and Vertical Machining Centres.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Ministry of Defence (hereafter referred to as the Authority) has an enduring requirement to support Aviation Workshops at multiple RAF sites across the UK. In order to manufacture components in support of routine maintenance and modifications to Aircraft and Aircraft equipment the capability to mill bespoke parts is required. The Authority has a requirement to purchase new Milling Machines and Vertical Machining Centres. This shall include the ability to purchase: * CNC Turret Mills fitted with the MillPwr G2 CNC control, * 1600mm Vertical Machining Centre * 1000mm Vertical Machining Centre * 600mm Vertical Machining Centre * Options to purchase 4th Axis Rotary Units and 4 + 1 (5th) Axis Rotary Units. Delivery would be to various MOD sites across the UK, as part of Machine delivery and commissioning the Contractor is to provide 2 days of on-site training to 3 staff members for each of the delivered machines. The Contractor shall also supply and deliver the tooling packages for each new CNC Turret Mills and Vertical Machining Centres delivered. All machines are to be delivered with CE certificates of conformity or UK equivalent . The Contractor must be certified to ISO:9001 (2015) against the appropriate processes, including machine operator training. The Contract will be Three (3) year in duration. For potential suppliers to place a bid for this requirement all tenderers must show interest via completion of the DPQQ. The DPQQ is to be completed via the Defence Sourcing Portal at the following link https://www.contracts.mod.uk/go/3257179001798E9B7BCE. The deadline for submitting your response(s) is 09/07/2021. In line with the MoD cyber protection policy and Def Stan 05-138 a risk assessment has been conducted (RAR-YWET56V7) and this project has been deemed as "None Applicable". Further information on Def Stan 05-138 and the Defence Cyber Protection Partnership (DCPP) can be found via https://supplier-cyber-protection.service.gov.uk/

Options: The contract will contain an option to purchase 4th Axis Rotary Units and 4 + 1 (5th) Axis Rotary Units

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02b600
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011918-2021
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive procedure with negotiation
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery


CPV Codes

42623000 - Milling machines

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 May 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Jul 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
desasac-comrclcontact@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

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