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Project A Experimentation Coda Octopus

DEFENCE, SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY

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15 Sep 2021 at 21:45

Summary of the contracting process

The Defence, Science and Technology Laboratory (DSTL) has completed a procurement process for the "Project A Experimentation Coda Octopus" contract. This tender, classified under the goods category and specifically related to sonar technology (CPV code: 38113000), was awarded to Coda Octopus Products Limited for a total value of £180,400. The contract aims to provide a 3D sonar and accessories to support the Royal Navy’s capability assessments of a small remotely operated vehicle (ROV) for mine countermeasures and explosive ordnance disposal activities. The procurement method used was a limited negotiation without prior publication of a contract notice due to technical reasons, as Coda Octopus is the sole manufacturer of the required products.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in advanced sonar technology, particularly those involved in the defence sector. Companies that manufacture or supply innovative marine and underwater robotics equipment could leverage this contract to enhance their visibility within the military and government procurement landscape. The successful execution of such contracts not only drives business growth but may also lead to future collaborations with UK MOD projects, especially for organisations focused on specialised engineering and technological solutions in defence applications.

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Notice Title

Project A Experimentation Coda Octopus

Notice Description

The Royal Navy Project A Experimentation Team, part of the UK MOD, intends to award a contract to Coda Octopus Products Limited valued at PS180,400, for the provision of a 3D Sonar and accessories to determine the capability of a small ROV to perform MCM/EOD&S activities at depth.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Royal Navy Project A Experimentation Team, part of the UK MOD, intends to award a contract to Coda Octopus Products Limited valued at PS180,400, for the provision of a 3D Sonar and accessories to determine the capability of a small ROV to perform MCM/EOD&S activities at depth. It is considered that this contract can be awarded using the Negotiated Procedure without Prior Publication of a Contract Notice pursuant to Article 28(1)(e) of Directive 2009/81/EC (Regulation 16(1)(a)(ii) of the Defence and Security Public Contracts Regulations 2011) for technical reasons. Coda Octopus Products Limited is the only contractor which manufacture a real-time 3D imaging sonar, which meets the Royal Navy Project A Experimentation team's proportionate and non-discriminatory specifications.

Procurement Information

The Royal Navy Project A Experimentation Team, part of the UK MOD, intends to award a contract to Coda Octopus Products Limited valued at PS180,400, for the provision of a 3D Sonar and accessorises to determine the capability of a small ROV to perform MCM/EOD&S activities at depth. It is considered that this contract can be awarded using the Negotiated Procedure without Prior Publication of a Contract Notice pursuant to Article 28(1)(e) of Directive 2009/81/EC (Regulation 16(1)(a)(ii) of the Defence and Security Public Contracts Regulations 2011) for technical reasons. Coda Octopus Products Limited is the only contractor which manufacture a real-time 3D imaging sonar, which meets the Royal Navy Project A Experimentation team's proportionate and non-discriminatory specifications.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02e144
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022993-2021
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Negotiated without publication of a contract notice
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)


CPV Codes

38113000 - Sonars

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£180,400 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Sep 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Sep 20214 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEFENCE, SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
hlander@dstl.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
FAREHAM
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

CODA OCTOPUS PRODUCTS

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