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704022450 Type 31 Surface Ship Torpedo Defence (SSTD)

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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24 May 2022 at 15:08

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence (MoD) is undertaking a procurement process for the acquisition of "704022450 Type 31 Surface Ship Torpedo Defence (SSTD)" products, specifically the Sonar 2170 SSTD Fit-to-Receive (FTR) kits, which are to be integrated onto the Type 31 Frigates. This procurement falls under the goods category within the electronic warfare systems and countermeasures industry. The process is currently in the award stage, with the contract having been signed on 24th May 2022, and a total contract value of £600,000. The procurement was conducted using a limited method, specifically negotiated without the publication of a contract notice, as Ultra Electronics Limited was identified as the sole supplier capable of meeting the MoD's specific requirements.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in high-tech defence systems, particularly those with expertise in providing defence-related electronic equipment. Companies that specialise in advanced sonar technologies, systems integration, or electronic warfare will find this contract particularly relevant. The focus on interoperability with existing systems highlights a need for suppliers who can demonstrate innovation and capability in sophisticated military applications, thereby enhancing their potential for growth within the defence sector.

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Notice Title

704022450 Type 31 Surface Ship Torpedo Defence (SSTD)

Notice Description

Ship Acquisition, which is part of the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) proposes to place a contract with Ultra Electronics Limited for the provision of three Sonar 2170 SSTD Fit-to-Receive (FTR) kits. The SSTD kits are to be integrated onto the Type 31 Frigates.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Ship Acquisition, which is part of the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) proposes to place a contract with Ultra Electronics Limited for the provision of three Sonar 2170 SSTD Fit-to-Receive (FTR) kits. The SSTD kits are to be integrated onto the Type 31 Frigates.

Procurement Information

The equipment to be supplied is Fit-to-Receive kits for the Sonar 2170 SSTD which the MoD owns and utilises across UK MOD Platforms. Therefore, it is a key requirement that it is interoperable with the existing Sonar 1270 SSTD currently utilised. Ultra Electronics Limited has been identified as the only supplier capable of fulfilling this requirement as they are the sole manufacturer of the FTR kits and are the sole supplier holding specific technical data required for the performance of the contract.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-033ec5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014368-2022
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

35730000 - Electronic warfare systems and counter measures

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£600,000 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 May 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 May 20223 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
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
Katie Watson
Contact Email
katie.watson136@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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ULTRA ELECTRONICS

Further Information

Notice URLs

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