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700010271 - OIP/0069 LAPDS

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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03 Oct 2023 at 13:43

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence, based in Abbey Wood, Filton, Bristol, United Kingdom, has recently awarded a contract for the purchase, validation, and through-life support of Lighting and Power Distribution System (LAPDS) to Blakley Electrics. The procurement stage was selective, with the main procurement category being goods. The title of the tender was "700010271 - OIP/0069 LAPDS" in the CPV classification of Electric motors, generators, and transformers. The procurement process aimed to deliver additional LAPDS to support British ARMY operations and exercises by replenishing stocks and fulfilling anticipated demands for ongoing and future operations.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses specializing in electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment, and consumables, particularly those involved in supplying and supporting power distribution systems. Companies capable of meeting key requirements such as operation in diverse environments, transportation, safety in challenging weather conditions, interface compatibility with UK forces, and comprehensive logistical support can compete effectively. The contract, signed on 6th June 2023, with a value of £2,855,949.14 GBP, offers potential providers a chance to contribute to the operational readiness of British Army assets and support exercises through the provision of essential equipment and services.

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Notice Title

700010271 - OIP/0069 LAPDS

Notice Description

The Authority had a requirement for the purchase, validation and through life support for Lighting and Power Distribution System (LAPDS). LAPDS is a plug-in, outdoor distribution system that supplies the power needs of temporary domestic and technical accommodation installations globally. It distributes three-phase and single-phase mains power (230V and 110V) available for catering, air conditioning, heating and welfare facilities. LAPDS can be supplied from generators via a Generator Interface Unit or from a permanent Host Nation Supply (HNS). The Operational Infrastructure Delivery Team (OI DT), part of the Land Equipment Operating Centre in DE&S, is responsible for the procurement and in-service support of equipment used by the British ARMY during operations. The Project Aim is to deliver additional Lighting and Power Distribution System (LAPDS) to replenish stocks and support Exercises and Operations until the future projects Manoeuvre Shelter (MAN S) and Static Infrastructure and Project (SIP) delivers a replacement. There are currently not enough In-Service LAPDS assets to meet the current operational reserve and support the increased demands and usage for LAPDS on Exercises and Operations. Therefore, this procurement is required to ensure the capability is uplifted to fulfil anticipated demands for on-going and future Operations and Exercises. To provide potential providers with guidance on the desired scope, key requirements are summarised below. The key requirements set out are not exhaustive but does give an indication of the Users Key Requirements. Equipment Key Requirements: a) LAPDS shall be able to operate in Core Region environments. b) The system shall be capable of being transported and stored at the lowest value of atmospheric pressure for the highest elevation contemplated for NATO forces. c) The system shall remain safe, with no drop in performance, when exposed to precipitation d) LAPDS shall operate when under the effects of snow loading e) LAPDS shall be protected from the effects of Lightning Strikes and Electrical Storms. f) The System shall be suitable for transport, operation, maintenance and storage by personnel with a wide range of user characteristics. g) LAPDS shall be able to interface with current UK forces and civilian power generation equipment. h) The System and associated elements shall be capable of disposal by the authority safely and economically at the end of its in-service life. -Logistical Support Key Requirements: ILS Elements to support initial equipment procurement, to include; a) Supportability Analysis b) Initial Spares identification and supply c) Technical Documentations to support Trials, Training and initial delivery. d) Training provision ILS Elements to support the equipment throughout its In-Service life, to include: e) Continued spares support f) Upkeep of Technical Documentation g) OEM Repair capability

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04077d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029123-2023
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting


CPV Codes

31000000 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

31100000 - Electric motors, generators and transformers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£2,855,949 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Oct 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Jun 20232 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
Attn: Rosie Tilbury
Contact Email
rosie.tilbury116@mod.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
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
TLH35 West Essex

Local Authority
Not specified
Electoral Ward
Not specified
Westminster Constituency
Not specified

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BLAKLEY ELECTRICS

Further Information

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