Planning

<PS5m

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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Planning

27 Jan 2025 at 11:50

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence (MoD), based in Bristol, UK, is in the planning stage of a procurement process for the acquisition of detection apparatus under the industry category "Detection apparatus" (CPV code 38431000). The contract is for the provision of OTTO Fuel Monitors (OFM), essential for monitoring the presence of toxic OTTO vapour in environments where torpedoes and OTTO fuel are stored and processed. The procurement involves a five-year contract to supply new OFM units, maintenance, and spares to replace the existing stockpile, which is nearing the end of its life. The contract is expected to be finalised through a phased approach, with the first notices anticipated by 2nd June 2025.

This tender presents excellent opportunities for businesses specialising in toxic gas detection services (CPV code 90731500) and toxic substances monitoring services (CPV code 90743100). Companies with expertise in manufacturing or maintaining detection equipment for hazardous environments will find this tender particularly appealing. By engaging in this procurement, suppliers can secure long-term business relationships with the MoD, contributing to their growth and reputation in the defence sector.

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Notice Title

<PS5m

Notice Description

The Authority has an enduring requirement for OTTO Fuel Monitors (OFM). The OFM is a hand-held instrument designed to monitor for the presence of OTTO vapour in Cat C environments. OFMs are used to monitor the atmosphere where Torpedoes and OTTO Fuel are stored and processed. OTTO fuel is toxic and relatively small concentrations can cause respiratory problems, headaches and nausea. Continued use of the OFMs is required to ensure the health and safety of personnel operating/maintaining the Torpedo. The Authority has a stockpile which is now reaching the end of life and requires replacement due to obsolescence. To continue the current support arrangements, the Authority intends to place a five-year contract to provide a full end to end service including procurement of new OFM units, maintenance, and provision of spares. It intended that the new contract will delivered in a phased approach, with new for old replacement as per an agreed schedule. Should this requirement proceed, a Contract Notice will be published in due course with more precise requirements and interested parties will be invited to complete an online Pre-Qualification Questionnaire, which will be measured against selected criteria in terms of commercial and technical requirements.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Authority has an enduring requirement for OTTO Fuel Monitors (OFM). The OFM is a hand-held instrument designed to monitor for the presence of OTTO vapour in Cat C environments. OFMs are used to monitor the atmosphere where Torpedoes and OTTO Fuel are stored and processed. OTTO fuel is toxic and relatively small concentrations can cause respiratory problems, headaches and nausea. Continued use of the OFMs is required to ensure the health and safety of personnel operating/maintaining the Torpedo. The Authority has a stockpile which is now reaching the end of life and requires replacement due to obsolescence. To continue the current support arrangements, the Authority intends to place a five-year contract to provide a full end to end service including procurement of new OFM units, maintenance, and provision of spares. It intended that the new contract will delivered in a phased approach, with new for old replacement as per an agreed schedule. Should this requirement proceed, a Contract Notice will be published in due course with more precise requirements and interested parties will be invited to complete an online Pre-Qualification Questionnaire, which will be measured against selected criteria in terms of commercial and technical requirements.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04d662
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002683-2025
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

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

38431000 - Detection apparatus

90731500 - Toxic gas detection services

90743100 - Toxic substances monitoring services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Jun 2025Expired
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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
grant.jenkins122@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
Not specified

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

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