{ "tag": [ "compiled" ], "id": "ocds-h6vhtk-03f6ba-2023-08-24T15:40:13+01:00", "date": "2023-08-24T15:40:13+01:00", "ocid": "ocds-h6vhtk-03f6ba", "description": "The Contracting Authority intends to use an e-Tendering system in this procurement exercise, please visit www.contracts.mod.uk for full details and to register your interest in this procurement. Link to DSP Opportunity and DPQQ here:", "initiationType": "tender", "tender": { "id": "705925450", "legalBasis": { "id": "32009L0081", "scheme": "CELEX" }, "title": "705925450 - Soldier Systems Framework Contract", "status": "active", "classification": { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "35812300", "description": "Combat gear" }, "additionalClassifications": [ { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "18141000", "description": "Work gloves" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "18220000", "description": "Weatherproof clothing" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "18234000", "description": "Trousers" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "18331000", "description": "T-shirts" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "18410000", "description": "Special clothing" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "18425000", "description": "Belts" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "18443340", "description": "Caps" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "18444100", "description": "Safety headgear" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "18521000", "description": "Watches" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "18800000", "description": "Footwear" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "18930000", "description": "Sacks and bags" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "18931100", "description": "Rucksacks" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "30237280", "description": "Power supply accessories" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "31521320", "description": "Torches" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "33735100", "description": "Protective goggles" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "35121400", "description": "Security bags" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "35811300", "description": "Military uniforms" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "35812000", "description": "Combat uniforms" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "35815100", "description": "Bullet-proof vests" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "37414600", "description": "Camping or outdoor stoves" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "37535290", "description": "Wall and rope climbing equipment" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "38112100", "description": "Global navigation and positioning systems (GPS or equivalent)" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "39522540", "description": "Sleeping bags" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "44617000", "description": "Boxes" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "50841000", "description": "Repair and maintenance services of weapons" }, { "scheme": "CPV", "id": "50842000", "description": "Repair and maintenance services of weapon systems" }, { "scheme": "TED_TYPE_SUPPLIES_CONTRACT", "id": "PURCHASE", "description": "Purchase" } ], "mainProcurementCategory": "goods", "description": "The Soldier Systems Framework Contract (\"the Contract\") is for the provision of a selection of 'On the Man' equipment, including both Commercially Off The Shelf (COTS) and Military Off The Shelf (MOTS) items. The Contract will be a multi-supplier framework, utilised by Strategic Command for training and operational purposes and consist of five (5) Lots: LOT 1. General Clothing LOT 2. Outdoor Equipment and Clothing LOT 3. Load Carriage LOT 4. Medical Training Equipment LOT 5. Maintenance Material and Equipment Further details of each Lot can be found at Annex B of the PQQ Guidance Document (ref. 705925450_Solider_Systems_Framework_Contract_PQQ_Guidance). Goods will be procured within the appropriate Lot through mini-competitions with a minimum threshold of PS12,000. Suppliers are invited to bid for one (1), more or all Lots. The initial contract duration will be for a period of four (4) years, with a Limit of Liability (LOL) of PS18,383,586.60. With a further three (3) single (1) year extension options. Specific regulation and standard requirements will be provided as part of the ITT. This procurement activity is within scope of Defence & Security Public Contract Regulations (DSPCR 2011), as this relates to the provision of goods used for military purposes. Furthermore, this procurement is operating under the Restricted Procedure. The Soldier Systems requirement has been assessed and the security classification is confirmed as OFFICIAL SENSITIVE. A Contract award is expected in Q1 of 2024. The Cyber Risk Profile for this requirement identified by the Cyber Risk Assessment is Not Applicable (RAR: 990716859). Quantity or scope: Lots LOT 1. General Clothing LOT 2. Outdoor equipment and Clothing LOT 3. Load Carriage LOT 4. Medical Training Equipment LOT 5. Maintenance Material and Equipment", "value": { "amount": 32171276.7, "currency": "GBP" }, "hasOptions": true, "options": { "description": "The initial contract duration will be for a period of four (4) years, with a Limit of Liability (LOL) of PS18,383,586.60. With a further three (3) single (1) year extension options." }, "hasRenewal": false, "contractPeriod": { "durationInDays": 2520 }, "lots": [ { "id": "1", "title": "General Clothing", "description": "1.1. Clothing 1.1.1. Jackets 1.1.2. Trousers 1.1.3. Shirts 1.2. Headwear 1.2.1. Baseball cap 1.2.2. Beanie Hat 1.2.3. Flat Caps 1.2.4. Military Short Brimmed Jungle hat 1.2.5. Balaclavas 1.3. Footwear 1.3.1. Shoes 1.3.2. Boots 1.4. Eyewear 1.4.1. Military eyewear 1.4.2. Civilian eyewear 1.5. Gloves 1.5.1. Military pattern gloves 1.5.2. Civilian pattern gloves 1.6. Crye Clothing 1.7. A9E Equatorial Clothing 1.8. TAIGA Quantity or scope: The Solider System Framework Contract will be a multi-supplier framework, utilised by Strategic Command for training and operational purposes. The total Limit of Liability of this Framework Contract is PS32,171,276.70 (inclusive of Options) and covers all Lots (1-5). Additional information: The Contracting Authority intends to use an e-Tendering system in this procurement exercise, please visit www.contracts.mod.uk for full details and to register your interest in this procurement.", "value": { "amount": 32171276.7, "currency": "GBP" }, "contractPeriod": { "durationInDays": 2520 } }, { "id": "2", "title": "Outdoor Equipment and Clothing", "description": "2.1. Clothing 2.1.1 Jackets 2.1.2 Trousers 2.1.3 Shirts 2.1.4 T-shirts 2.2. Safety Helmets 2.2.1 Industrial helmet 2.2.2. Climbing helmet 2.3. Carabiners 2.4. Ropes 2.5. Footwear 2.6. Gloves 2.7. Multi Tools 2.8. Sleeping Bags 2.9. Navigation Aids 2.10 Power Monkeys 2.11. Headtorches 2.12. Stoves 2.13. Watches 2.14. Wind Meters 2.15. Air Balloons Quantity or scope: The Solider System Framework Contract will be a multi-supplier framework, utilised by Strategic Command for training and operational purposes. The total Limit of Liability of this Framework Contract is PS32,171,276.70 (inclusive of Options) and covers all Lots (1-5). Additional information: The Contracting Authority intends to use an e-Tendering system in this procurement exercise, please visit www.contracts.mod.uk for full details and to register your interest in this procurement.", "value": { "amount": 32171276.7, "currency": "GBP" }, "contractPeriod": { "durationInDays": 2520 } }, { "id": "3", "title": "Load Carriage", "description": "3.1. All Load Carriage 3.1.1. Chest Rigs 3.1.2. Belts 3.1.3. Bags 3.2. Transportation Boxes 3.3. Body Armour Carriers 3.4. Weapon Bag 3.5. Weapon Sling Quantity or scope: The Solider System Framework Contract will be a multi-supplier framework, utilised by Strategic Command for training and operational purposes. The total Limit of Liability of this Framework Contract is PS32,171,276.70 (inclusive of Options) and covers all Lots (1-5). Additional information: The Contracting Authority intends to use an e-Tendering system in this procurement exercise, please visit www.contracts.mod.uk for full details and to register your interest in this procurement.", "value": { "amount": 32171276.7, "currency": "GBP" }, "contractPeriod": { "durationInDays": 2520 } }, { "id": "4", "title": "Medical Training Equipment", "description": "4.1. Medical supplies 4.2. Medical Response Clothing 4.3. Medical Training Equipment Quantity or scope: [15:25] Stephens, Elizabeth Miss (Def Comrcl DCGP-21B-23) The Solider System Framework Contract will be a multi-supplier framework, utilised by Strategic Command for training and operational purposes. The total Limit of Liability of this Framework Contract is PS32,171,276.70 (inclusive of Options) and covers all Lots (1-5). Additional information: The Contracting Authority intends to use an e-Tendering system in this procurement exercise, please visit www.contracts.mod.uk for full details and to register your interest in this procurement.", "value": { "amount": 32171276.7, "currency": "GBP" }, "contractPeriod": { "durationInDays": 2520 } }, { "id": "5", "title": "Maintenance Material and Equipment", "description": "5.1. Cerakote paint 5.2. Parker Hale Cleaning Accessories 5.3. Bore Cam 5.4. Ultrasonic Baths 5.5. Ripcord 5.56mm 5.6. Ripcord 7.62mm 5.7. Cleaning Kit System 5.8. BONE Tool 5.56mm 5.9. BONE Tool 7.62mm 5.10. Suppressor Cleaning Systems Quantity or scope: The Solider System Framework Contract will be a multi-supplier framework, utilised by Strategic Command for training and operational purposes. The total Limit of Liability of this Framework Contract is PS32,171,276.70 (inclusive of Options) and covers all Lots (1-5). 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(This is a secure area reserved for your projects only) - Click on the PQQ code, you can now access any attachments by clicking the \"Settings and Buyer Attachments\" in the \"Actions\" box 3. Responding to the tender - You can now choose to \"Reply\" or \"Reject\" (please give a reason if rejecting) - You can now use the 'Messages' function to communicate with the buyer and seek any clarification - Note the deadline for completion, then follow the onscreen instructions to complete the PQQ - There may be a mixture of online & offline actions for you to perform (there is detailed online help available) If you require any further assistance please consult the online help, or contact the eTendering help desk.", "appliesTo": [ "supplier" ] }, { "type": "suitability", "description": "Suppliers Instructions How to Express Interest in this Tender: 1. 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(This is a secure area reserved for your projects only) - Click on the PQQ code, you can now access any attachments by clicking the \"Settings and Buyer Attachments\" in the \"Actions\" box 3. 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