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title: "MSS/050 Main Static Converters for the Astute Boats (Submarines)"
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# MSS/050 Main Static Converters for the Astute Boats (Submarines)

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, SHIPS, MARITIME EQUIPMENT SYSTEMS (MES) TEAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-09551cdf-842f-4c03-8e8d-52b17f220898

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "MSS/050 Main Static Converters for the Astute Boats (Submarines)" contract is managed by the Ministry of Defence, specifically the Ships, Maritime Equipment Systems (MES) Team, located in Bristol, UK. This tender falls under the goods category, with a contract value of £4,200,000. The procurement process has reached the Award stage, with the tender period concluding on 28 March 2018 and the contract running from 26 July 2018 until 25 July 2023.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in the supply of static converters and related technical services. Companies with experience in the defence sector, particularly those focusing on maritime equipment, would be well-suited to compete. The involvement of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) is encouraged, making this an opportune moment for SMEs looking to establish or grow partnerships within the defence procurement landscape.

## Notice

The delivery of spares, repairs, post design services and technical support for the Main Static Converter (MSC) systems fitted to the Astute and Vanguard class of submarines. Additional information: To view this notice, register as a supplier here: http://www.contracts.mod.uk/delta/signup.html?userType=supplier and search for the notice with reference 'UK-Bristol: Static converters.'.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b481c98a-8451-454f-8d1a-348e9829cf7d |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Apr 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Mar 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Mar 2018 |
| Contract period | 25 Jul 2018 - 25 Jul 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £4,200,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £4,200,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, SHIPS, MARITIME EQUIPMENT SYSTEMS (MES) TEAM |
| 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 |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ULTRA ELECTRONICS PMES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

### Codes

- 31151000 - Static converters

## Release History

- 13 Apr 2018 at 15:24 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b481c98a-8451-454f-8d1a-348e9829cf7d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b481c98a-8451-454f-8d1a-348e9829cf7d
  13th April 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.contracts.mod.uk/delta/signup.html?userType=supplier

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