Tender

Project Highlight - Development of a Laser Warning Device

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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16 Dec 2021 at 22:45

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10 Dec 2021 at 22:45

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence is currently conducting a selective tender for the development of a Laser Warning Device (LWD) aimed at military defence services, with a focus on creating a prototype for dismounted users. The procurement process is at the tender stage, with the deadline for submitting the Detailed Pre-Qualification Questionnaire (DPQQ) responses extended to 17th January 2022. The final prototype is expected within 12 months of contract initiation, with all activities centred in Swindon, United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in defence technology, particularly those specialising in military equipment and engineering solutions. Companies with the capacity to innovate lightweight and power-efficient devices will be particularly competitive. The use of an e-Tendering system allows for streamlined interactions, making it accessible for both primary suppliers and subcontractors to engage and express their interest, ultimately contributing to potential growth in the defence sector.

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Notice Title

Project Highlight - Development of a Laser Warning Device

Notice Description

The Authority is seeking to evaluate the capability of suppliers to develop a prototype Laser Warning Device (LWD) for dismounted users. The LWD must be low size, weight and power (e.g. could be body-worn) to support dismounted users in the detection of a wide range of battlefield laser threats. The intention will be to obtain a completed final prototype within 12 months

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-03001a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031518-2021
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

75 - Administration, defence and social security services


CPV Codes

75221000 - Military defence services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Dec 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
6 Jan 2022Expired
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
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
Andrew Hall, attn: Hall Andrew
Contact Email
andrew.hall453@mod.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 3001582724

Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN6 8LA
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Vale of White Horse
Electoral Ward
Watchfield & Shrivenham
Westminster Constituency
Witney

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