Award

1500000.00

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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Award

02 Dec 2024 at 12:09

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence, based in Bristol, has completed a direct award contract under regulation 16(1)(a)(ii) of the Defence and Security Public Contracts Regulations 2011. This procurement is part of the Defence category and pertains to the supply of Integrated Gate Bi-Polar Transistors and Thyristors essential for the Type 45 and Queen Elizabeth-class vessels of the Royal Navy. The contract, valued at £1,500,000, was signed on 2nd December 2024, with the procurement process already in the award stage. GE Energy Power Conversion Ltd, located in Rugby, exclusively supplies these goods manufactured by Dynex Semiconductor Ltd, as no other suppliers meet the required specifications.

This tender provides unique opportunities for businesses engaged in the defence sector, particularly those specialising in naval equipment and electronic components. Companies that could potentially benefit include manufacturers of specialised defence components, electronic systems integrators, and firms involved in the maintenance and support of naval vessels. By understanding the specific requirements and the exclusivity of the supply chain, relevant businesses can position themselves for future procurement opportunities and collaborations in similar niche markets.

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Notice Title

1500000.00

Notice Description

The Secretary of State for Defence intends to directly award a contract to GE Energy Power Conversion Ltd for technical reasons under regulation 16(1)(a)(ii) of the Defence and Security Public Contracts Regulations 2011 for the supply of Integrated Gate Bi-Polar Transistors and Thyristors, which are manufactured by Dynex Semiconductor Ltd exclusively for GE Energy Power Conversion Ltd and are essential for the operation of the VDM25000 electrical power and population converter Machine Bridge Modules and Supply Bridge Modules. These are used exclusively on the Type 45 and Queen Elizabeth class vessels operated by the Royal Navy. These goods are manufactured exclusively by Dynex Semiconductor Ltd for integration into the equipment used on the specified vessels. The manufacturer has confirmed that: The goods are specifically designed and produced for this unique purpose and are not manufactured for any other use or market. GE Energy Power Conversion Ltd has an exclusive supply arrangement with the manufacturer, making them the sole authorised distributor of these goods. As a result, there are no other suppliers capable of providing these goods to the required specification

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Secretary of State for Defence intends to directly award a contract to GE Energy Power Conversion Ltd for technical reasons under regulation 16(1)(a)(ii) of the Defence and Security Public Contracts Regulations 2011 for the supply of Integrated Gate Bi-Polar Transistors and Thyristors, which are manufactured by Dynex Semiconductor Ltd exclusively for GE Energy Power Conversion Ltd and are essential for the operation of the VDM25000 electrical power and population converter Machine Bridge Modules and Supply Bridge Modules. These are used exclusively on the Type 45 and Queen Elizabeth class vessels operated by the Royal Navy. These goods are manufactured exclusively by Dynex Semiconductor Ltd for integration into the equipment used on the specified vessels. The manufacturer has confirmed that: The goods are specifically designed and produced for this unique purpose and are not manufactured for any other use or market. GE Energy Power Conversion Ltd has an exclusive supply arrangement with the manufacturer, making them the sole authorised distributor of these goods. As a result, there are no other suppliers capable of providing these goods to the required specification.

Procurement Information

The Secretary of State for Defence intends to directly award a contract to GE Energy Power Conversion Ltd for technical reasons under regulation 16(1)(a)(ii) of the Defence and Security Public Contracts Regulations 2011 for the supply of Integrated Gate Bi-Polar Transistors and Thyristors, which are manufactured by Dynex Semiconductor Ltd exclusively for GE Energy Power Conversion Ltd and are essential for the operation of the VDM25000 electrical power and population converter Machine Bridge Modules and Supply Bridge Modules. These are used exclusively on the Type 45 and Queen Elizabeth class vessels operated by the Royal Navy. These goods are manufactured exclusively by Dynex Semiconductor Ltd for integration into the equipment used on the specified vessels. The manufacturer has confirmed that: The goods are specifically designed and produced for this unique purpose and are not manufactured for any other use or market. GE Energy Power Conversion Ltd has an exclusive supply arrangement with the manufacturer, making them the sole authorised distributor of these goods. As a result, there are no other suppliers capable of providing these goods to the required specification.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04c172
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038739-2024
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

35520000 - Parts for warships

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£1,500,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Dec 20241 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
Jack harris
Contact Email
jack.harris262@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

GE ENERGY POWER CONVERSION

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