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title: "Lifetime buy of mag compass and sextants, wind gear equipment"
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# Lifetime buy of mag compass and sextants, wind gear equipment

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-06a45c33-846d-45a8-a95c-9b07d55e646d

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence is seeking tenders for the lifetime buy of mag compasses and sextants, as well as wind gear equipment, aimed at supporting MNS. This procurement process falls under the Ships and Boats category and covers various delivery locations including the British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. The procurement stage is currently active with the tender period closing on 30th November 2024. The contract is valued at £600,000 and will run from 31st January 2025 to 31st December 2025. The procurement method being employed is an open procedure above the threshold, making it accessible to a wide range of suppliers.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities for companies specialising in maritime navigation and wind gear equipment. It is particularly suitable for SMEs, as indicated by the suitability requirements. Businesses that can provide high-quality, reliable marine navigation instruments and wind gear equipment would be well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in this procurement process could not only secure a lucrative contract with the Ministry of Defence but also enhance the supplier's reputation and market position within the maritime industry.

## Notice

Lifetime buy of mag compass' and sextants, wind gear equipment for MNS.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ad05ebca-7f83-4379-82c1-14bf662b6b26 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Nov 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £600,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS34 8JH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire |
| Local authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Electoral ward | Stoke Park & Cheswick |
| Westminster constituency | Filton and Bradley Stoke |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34500000 - Ships and boats

## Release History

- 14 Nov 2024 at 09:34 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ad05ebca-7f83-4379-82c1-14bf662b6b26
- 14 Nov 2024 at 08:53 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ad05ebca-7f83-4379-82c1-14bf662b6b26
- 13 Nov 2024 at 14:03 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ad05ebca-7f83-4379-82c1-14bf662b6b26
- 13 Nov 2024 at 13:53 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ad05ebca-7f83-4379-82c1-14bf662b6b26
- 12 Nov 2024 at 13:23 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ad05ebca-7f83-4379-82c1-14bf662b6b26

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ad05ebca-7f83-4379-82c1-14bf662b6b26
  14th November 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://contracts.mod.uk/go/11765359019320885386
  Link to eSourcing Portal
- https://contracts.mod.uk
  Link to eSourcing Portal
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/44889552-5807-4795-801a-2641e9517a10
  n/a
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/fa833d05-cad3-48ce-a112-09923d97d02b
  n/a
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/88d6c3bc-1e38-4e8e-b712-3e89f8640b30
  n/a
- https://contracts.mod.uk/
  Link to eSourcing Portal
- https://contracts.mod.uk/esop/guest/go/opportunity/detail?opportunityId=59063
  Link to opportunity

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