Award

Small Open Architecture Oceanographic AUV

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

22 Mar 2022 at 17:43

Tender

21 Jan 2022 at 22:45

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by the Ministry of Defence based in Portsmouth, UK, involves the acquisition of a Small Open Architecture Oceanographic AUV, classified under unmanned underwater vehicles. The tender is currently active and follows an open procurement method, with a total contract value of £137,500. Key dates include a submission deadline on 22nd February 2022, with the award period starting on the same date. The procurement is in the active stage, focusing on the development of a lightweight Autonomous Underwater Vehicle (AUV) intended for military data gathering and sensor system testing.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses within the defence and technology sectors, particularly those specialising in unmanned vehicles, sensors, and marine technology. Companies that can deliver innovative solutions for autonomous systems and have experience working in defence contracts are well-positioned to compete. This initiative not only aims to enhance the capabilities of the Ministry of Defence but also fosters collaboration with small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the UK, supporting their growth through government contracts.

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Notice Title

Small Open Architecture Oceanographic AUV

Notice Description

Ambient Noise Sensors for Slocum G2 Gliders

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-030e2e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007795-2022
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment


CPV Codes

35512400 - Unmanned underwater vehicles

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£137,500 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£137,500 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£94,065 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Mar 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Feb 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Feb 20224 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
lynne.nazer100@mod.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
PORTSMOUTH
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

PLANET OCEAN

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