Tender

710995450 In-Service Support for the Elmer Radio & AD120s Avionic Comms Equipment

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

04 Oct 2024 at 11:05

Planning

25 Jul 2024 at 13:58

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence (MoD) is seeking suppliers for the in-service support of Elmer Radio and AD120s Avionic Communications Equipment, including repairs, post-design services (PDS), and the purchase of additional assemblies. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage, with an end date for submissions set for 18 October 2024. This service falls under the category of maintenance services of radio-communications equipment (CPV: 50333000) and is valued at £4,700,000 GBP. The opportunity is located in the UK, with all activities coordinated through the Ministry of Defence at Abbeywood South, Bristol. The procurement method being used is a selective, accelerated negotiated process due to the urgent need for support.

This tender presents a significant growth opportunity for businesses specialising in avionic communications equipment and maintenance services. The contract includes not only ongoing maintenance and repair work but also options for additional services over two years. Companies with robust financial standing, technical capability, and prior experience in Defence Sector maintenance and support will be well-suited to compete. Furthermore, there is an opportunity for subcontracting, allowing smaller firms to participate as part of larger consortiums or partnerships. Interested suppliers are required to complete a Pre-Qualification Questionnaire (PQQ) to demonstrate their suitability, capacity, and capability, with detailed instructions provided in the tender documents.

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Notice Title

710995450 In-Service Support for the Elmer Radio & AD120s Avionic Comms Equipment

Notice Description

Delivery of in service support Avionic Comms Equipment (AD120s and Elmer Radio including repairs, PDS & Purchase of additional Assemblies.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0484af
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031867-2024
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Accelerated negotiated
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50333000 - Maintenance services of radio-communications equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,700,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 Oct 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
Attn: Tregaskes Josh
Contact Email
joshua.tregaskes100@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

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