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VIRTUS Re-Compete

Ministry of Defence

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29 Nov 2023 at 14:23

Planning Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence based in Bristol, UK, has initiated the VIRTUS Re-Compete project which involves the procurement of Torso Sub-System (TSS) and Head Sub-System (HSS) for protective gear. The project will deliver through two separate contracts - TSS being a Specification-based contract and HSS based on a Requirements set. The competitions for TSS and HSS will be staggered instead of running in parallel, with estimated Contract Notice publication dates in Q3 2024 and Q1 2025 respectively.

This procurement process by the Ministry of Defence presents opportunities for businesses in the protective gear industry to compete for contracts to supply the Torso Sub-System and Head Sub-System. Companies specializing in protective gear, combat gear, military uniforms, and related equipment are well-suited to participate in this tender. The staggered competition timeline allows for focused bidding strategies and engagement with the contracting authority to potentially secure long-term contracts and business growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

VIRTUS Re-Compete

Notice Description

The VIRTUS soldier system is a comprehensive system of integrated combat and protective gear developed by Source to cope with the challenges and needs of the modern infantry soldier in today's battlefield. It is the world's first integrated load carriage and protection system.

Lot Information

Torso Sub System

Virtus Torso Sub System - This will be a Build To Print solution with Technical Data Packs provided by the Authority. Additional information: Contract will be for 5 years + 5 x 1 Year Options Estimated Value is between PS62,000,000 and PS210,000,000

Head Sub System

Head Sub System - This will be a requirements based specification provided by the Authority. Additional information: Contract will be for 5 years + 5 x 1 Year Options Estimated Value is between PS41,600,000 and PS140,000,000

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-041db4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035221-2023
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

18 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

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

CPV Codes

18143000 - Protective gear

18444110 - Helmets

18931100 - Rucksacks

18934000 - Kitbags

18936000 - Textile bags

33735100 - Protective goggles

35113400 - Protective and safety clothing

35811300 - Military uniforms

35812200 - Combat suits

35812300 - Combat gear

35813100 - Helmet covers

35815100 - Bullet-proof vests

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Nov 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
28 Apr 2023Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Ministry of Defence
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
Not specified
Postcode Area
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

Further Information

Notice URLs

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