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UK Overseas Territories: Turks & Caicos (TCI) Air Intel, Surveillance & Reconnaissance Capacity

FOREIGN COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE

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05 Jun 2023 at 18:44

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Summary of the contracting process

The UK Overseas Territories: Turks & Caicos (TCI) Air Intel, Surveillance & Reconnaissance Capacity tender is being carried out by the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) on behalf of the Royal Turks & Caicos Islands Police Force. This procurement, classified under CPV code 60440000 for aerial and related services, aims to acquire an aerial surveillance/reconnaissance asset to enhance maritime border protection, anti-smuggling efforts, search and rescue operations, and fisheries protection in the TCI. The contract period is set to begin on 1st October 2023 and end on 31st March 2025, with submissions required by 7th August 2023. The procurement method is an open procedure, with electronic and written submission methods accepted.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses in the aerial services industry to compete for a contract with the FCDO to provide critical surveillance capabilities to support the safety and security of the TCI's territorial waters. Companies with expertise in aerial surveillance, reconnaissance aircraft operation, and maintenance services would be well-suited to bid for this contract. The successful bidder will need to adhere to the RTCIPF's operational requirements and maintain the aircraft according to specified standards, as outlined in the Authority's Invitation to Tender documentation available on the FCDO's eSourcing portal.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UK Overseas Territories: Turks & Caicos (TCI) Air Intel, Surveillance & Reconnaissance Capacity

Notice Description

The Royal Turks & Caicos Islands Police Force (RTCIPF) is the lead agency for the protection of the marine border and territorial waters of the Turks & Caicos Islands (TCI). On behalf of the RTCIPF the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) is looking to acquire an aerial surveillance/reconnaissance asset. The functions the asset must fulfil are: - Maritime Border Protection (irregular migration/people smuggling) - Maritime Anti-smuggling (multi commodity, drugs, firearms, people) - Maritime Search and Rescue - Fisheries Protection To fulfil these functions, the aircraft will be required to conduct; - Routine patrol following pre-determined tasking - Respond to dynamic tasking - Loitering on station to monitor identified threats. The RTCIPF will take operational control of the leased Aircraft, and will provide the pilots, crew and fuel. The Aircraft will operate under the RTCIPF's CAA Air Operators Certificate. However, the Contractor shall provide all Maintenance activity in accordance with this Requirement.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Royal Turks & Caicos Islands Police Force (RTCIPF) is the lead agency for the protection of the marine border and territorial waters of the Turks & Caicos Islands (TCI). On behalf of the RTCIPF the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) is looking to acquire an aerial surveillance/reconnaissance asset. The functions the asset must fulfil are: - Maritime Border Protection (irregular migration/people smuggling) - Maritime Anti-smuggling (multi commodity, drugs, firearms, people) - Maritime Search and Rescue - Fisheries Protection To fulfil these functions, the aircraft will be required to conduct; - Routine patrol following pre-determined tasking - Respond to dynamic tasking - Loitering on station to monitor identified threats. The RTCIPF will take operational control of the leased Aircraft, and will provide the pilots, crew and fuel. The Aircraft will operate under the RTCIPF's CAA Air Operators Certificate. However, the Contractor shall provide all Maintenance activity in accordance with this Requirement. Additional information: Full details are contained in the Authority's Invitation to Tender documentation which is available on the FCDO's eSourcing portal: https://fcdo.bravosolution.co.uk/. Requires registration which is free and instantaneous. Navigate to Project 8102, ITT 5735.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-03d3cf
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015899-2023
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

CPV Codes

60440000 - Aerial and related services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Jun 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
7 Aug 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2023 - 31 Mar 2025 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FOREIGN COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2AH
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

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