--- title: "NC RFI011 - NavyPODS (Deployable Mission Modules)" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-0fd2361f-03da-4615-8530-47def1e953e0" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-0fd2361f-03da-4615-8530-47def1e953e0" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-0fd2361f-03da-4615-8530-47def1e953e0.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-0fd2361f-03da-4615-8530-47def1e953e0.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE" published: "2021-06-30" --- # NC RFI011 - NavyPODS (Deployable Mission Modules) Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0fd2361f-03da-4615-8530-47def1e953e0 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-0fd2361f-03da-4615-8530-47def1e953e0) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-0fd2361f-03da-4615-8530-47def1e953e0.json) ## Summary The Ministry of Defence is initiating a procurement process titled "NC RFI011 - NavyPODS (Deployable Mission Modules)" aimed at exploring potential modules that can be deployed for military operations. This tender falls under the planning stage and is classified in the industry category of "Modular and portable buildings" with additional classifications in military research and technology. Key dates include an engagement end date by 2nd July 2021. Responses are welcomed from interested parties, with an emphasis on innovative ideas and technologies suitable for modular deployment. This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses, particularly those specialising in modular building solutions and military technology. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as this procurement is designed to harness a variety of ideas from the market. Companies with expertise in container systems, technological innovation for military applications, or research and development in modular systems will find this tender particularly suitable for their capabilities and growth objectives. ## Notice The Ministry of Defence (the Authority) welcomes responses to this Request for Information (RFI) in order to understand the 'art of the possible' in regards to the potential future creation of a number of deployable mission modules, known as NavyPODS (Navy Persistent Operational Deployment System). Specifically, we are looking for the best ideas, concepts and available technologies from industry and other organisations to inform us of the potential capabilities that could be suitable for modular deployment on a range of current and future platforms. Each deployable mission module would be expected to take the form of an ISO equivalent container containing a system, or multiple systems, that contribute towards a mission specific capability. Please see the attached document for full details. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5c8c215e-9eb2-47f9-bcfe-5fd5b3c50901 | | Notice type | Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Not specified | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 30 Jun 2021 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 2 Jul 2021 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planning | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE | | Locality | PORTSMOUTH | | Post town | Portsmouth | | Postcode | PO2 8BY | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight | | ITL 3 | TLJ31 Portsmouth | | Local authority | Portsmouth | | Electoral ward | Nelson | | Westminster constituency | Portsmouth North | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus) - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ### Codes - 44211100 - Modular and portable buildings - 73410000 - Military research and technology ## Release History - 30 Jun 2021 at 09:43 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5c8c215e-9eb2-47f9-bcfe-5fd5b3c50901 - 21 Jun 2021 at 13:29 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/27950e71-ac83-48b5-bcdf-d4d9f035a336 - 21 Jun 2021 at 08:38 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4f788446-a32f-46ae-bc14-021d5f88e828 - 15 Jun 2021 at 16:05 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/441fc6d5-c9c4-4dae-8296-dd466d7f5f93 - 15 Jun 2021 at 16:03 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dd73742e-65fe-4617-910a-7e486d720671 - 8 Jun 2021 at 15:40 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/daa276fd-5ab3-4393-8600-a5bfc76a7051 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5c8c215e-9eb2-47f9-bcfe-5fd5b3c50901 30th June 2021 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/27950e71-ac83-48b5-bcdf-d4d9f035a336 21st June 2021 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4f788446-a32f-46ae-bc14-021d5f88e828 21st June 2021 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/441fc6d5-c9c4-4dae-8296-dd466d7f5f93 15th June 2021 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dd73742e-65fe-4617-910a-7e486d720671 15th June 2021 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/daa276fd-5ab3-4393-8600-a5bfc76a7051 8th June 2021 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/0d065d20-156d-4ce5-b0d4-f54691c7a661 n/a - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/b07bc5bc-b710-47fa-b8df-65878c0f3696 n/a - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/aafe0826-8dc7-42d0-8741-deccf4c37c56 n/a - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/17858893-c878-4cd8-946c-3cf29780a363 n/a - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/b1e6e15a-6fad-4796-ac34-6d362f3728ad n/a - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/5e53f55b-d481-4ae5-916d-d8a2677695c6 n/a - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/22b2d481-e311-4d3c-b746-78e25e84776f n/a - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/12eded1e-796a-4544-a416-019f88819cd8 n/a - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/6987b06d-3d70-417b-89ce-83418a0c0ae0 n/a - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/5406df01-dbf9-457c-ade0-ce7a8d5ffe41 n/a ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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