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PDS, Spares, Repairs and Tech Refresh for Precise Time and Frequency Equipment

DEFENCE EQUIPMENT AND SUPPORT

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17 Dec 2024 at 16:09

Summary of the contracting process

The Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S), part of the UK Ministry of Defence, has completed the procurement process for a contract titled "PDS, Spares, Repairs and Tech Refresh for Precise Time and Frequency Equipment." This contract, under the industry category of IT services including consulting, software development, internet, and support, involves in-service support of Frequency Standard (Outfit FSF) systems. The contract, valued at £750,000, lasts for two years and three months. DE&S awarded the contract through a negotiated procedure without prior publication due to technical reasons, specifically to Drumgrange Limited, the original equipment manufacturer and sole provider capable of meeting the technical specifications. Key details include an award date of 17th December 2024 and the completion status of the procurement stage.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses operating in the IT services sector, particularly those specialising in defence equipment support and maintenance. Companies equipped with technical expertise in precise time and frequency systems and in-service support for defence communication equipment would be well-suited for similar types of contracts in the future. Additionally, businesses with the capability to partner as subcontractors to Drumgrange Limited may find growth opportunities given the extensive nature of the support required for such highly specialised technical equipment. Engaging with contracts like this can provide significant revenue streams and strengthen a firm's portfolio in the defence sector.

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Notice Title

PDS, Spares, Repairs and Tech Refresh for Precise Time and Frequency Equipment

Notice Description

Defence Equipment and Support, Communications and Situational Awareness Project Team, part of the UK Ministry of Defence, intends to award a Post Design Services, Spares and Repairs contract to Drumgrange Limited (Drumgrange), for in-service support to its Frequency Standard (Outfit FSF) system, used to deliver precise positioning, frequency and timing to essential communication equipment. The contract will be for two years and three months, have an estimated value of PS750,000 and be placed as an amendment to the MoD's existing contract with Drumgrange (contract 700007389 (CSA/1110)).

Lot Information

Lot 1

Defence Equipment and Support, Communications and Situational Awareness Project Team, part of the UK Ministry of Defence, intends to award a Post Design Services, Spares and Repairs contract to Drumgrange Limited (Drumgrange), for in-service support to its Frequency Standard (Outfit FSF) system, used to deliver precise positioning, frequency and timing to essential communication equipment. The contract will be for two years and three months, have an estimated value of PS750,000 and be placed as an amendment to the MoD's existing contract with Drumgrange (contract 700007389 (CSA/1110)).

Procurement Information

In accordance with Regulation 4 of the Defence and Security Public Contracts (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (SI 2019/697) this contract falls to be regulated under the provisions of the Defence and Security Public Contracts Regulations 2011 as amended (in particular by SI 2019/697 and SI 2020/1450). Prior publication of a contract notice in the official Journal of the European Union is no longer appropriate. It is considered that the award of contract without prior publication of a contract notice in the UK e-notification service (as required by the relevant legislation) is lawful in accordance with regulation 16(1)(a)(ii) of the Defence and Security Public Contracts Regulations 2011 for technical reasons. This is because Drumgrange is original equipment manufacturer of the Frequency Standard (Outfit FSF) system and has supported it since it came in to service in 1996. It is the only economic operator with the proprietary information, technical know-how, tooling and test equipment needed to meet the requirement and manage obsolescence.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04c8e1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040662-2024
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Negotiated without publication of a contract notice
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£750,000 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 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
DEFENCE EQUIPMENT AND SUPPORT
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
danielle.arbrey100@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

DRUMGRANGE

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