--- title: "Design, Manufacture, Training and Support of Specialist Dive Sets" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-11035d2c-4249-4422-afdb-edfdf63fa1a2" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-11035d2c-4249-4422-afdb-edfdf63fa1a2" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-11035d2c-4249-4422-afdb-edfdf63fa1a2.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-11035d2c-4249-4422-afdb-edfdf63fa1a2.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE" published: "2024-02-23" --- # Design, Manufacture, Training and Support of Specialist Dive Sets Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-11035d2c-4249-4422-afdb-edfdf63fa1a2 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-11035d2c-4249-4422-afdb-edfdf63fa1a2) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-11035d2c-4249-4422-afdb-edfdf63fa1a2.json) ## Summary The Ministry of Defence is seeking a UK prime supplier for the design, manufacture, training, and support of a Multi-Role Rebreather (MRR) diver breathing apparatus to enhance long endurance diving operations. The contract, valued at GBP 10,000,000, will extend over 5-7 years with optional years. The tender, titled "Design, Manufacture, Training and Support of Specialist Dive Sets," falls under the classification of Diving wear. The procurement method is a negotiated procedure without prior publication, and the tender period ends on 22nd March 2024. This tender by the Ministry of Defence presents an opportunity for businesses specializing in the manufacture and provision of advanced diving equipment to engage in a high-value contract. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate. The Ministry's requirement for a UK prime supplier with a track record in military diver breathing apparatus signifies a significant growth opportunity for companies with expertise in developing cutting-edge diving technologies and meeting stringent quality assurance standards. ## Notice Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S) Salvage and Marine Operations (SALMO) Delivery Team (DT) have a requirement for design, manufacture, training and support of a Multi-Role Rebreather (MRR) diver breathing apparatus to support long endurance diving operations. The introduction of new underwater mobility assets has highlighted the limitations of current in-service underwater breathing apparatus that were not procured to support current or emerging capability, and other associated dive tasks. The Authority requires a UK prime supplier to design, manufacture and deliver a MRR over an approximate 5-7 year contract including option years. The following is provided for information. High-level system parameters: Sub-surface endurance of 3 to 12 hours. Transit depth ~6m up to 10m, short excursions to 30m. Stow the prepared equipment easily Rapidly re-role for repeat operations Modular design allowing flexibility for operations including: - Use of propulsion equipment up to 3 knots - Extended periods of swimming Streamline, compact equipment Efficient resource use Technical considerations: Fully digital electronic, open architecture, digital sensor based, closed circuit diver breathing system with built in safety and resource monitoring algorithms. Upgradable sensor systems and monitoring algorithms throughout the life of the capability. Track record of designing, developing and testing diver breathing apparatus to military requirements/standards. Diver breathing apparatus development and test facilities to the Requirements of BS EN 14143. Oxygen clean room assembly and maintenance facilities. Ability to manufacture at scale and provide the Quality Assurance processes to support a military diver breathing apparatus capability. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: This PIN serves to inform potential suppliers of the intention to hold an Industry Day. If you are interested in attending, please submit expressions of interest to desshipscomrcl-salmo-multiuser@mod.gov.uk by Friday 22nd March 2024. Tentative date (subject to change): Industry day - April/May 2024 For the avoidance of doubt, this notice is not a call for competition. Any comments, indications of interest, participation, or non-participation by any organisation at this stage will not influence the process, selection and/or award decision for any future possible procurement, nor will it be taken as a supplier's committed position. Non-participation in the Industry Day will not exclude you from any possible future competition for this requirement. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a1961570-9b76-4b12-b154-a4905f12e9d7 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Limited | | Procurement method details | Negotiated procedure without prior publication (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 23 Feb 2024 | | Submission deadline | 22 Mar 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Jan 2025 - 31 Jan 2032 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £10,000,000 | | 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 - 37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories ### Codes - 37412242 - Diving wear ## Release History - 23 Feb 2024 at 10:35 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a1961570-9b76-4b12-b154-a4905f12e9d7 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a1961570-9b76-4b12-b154-a4905f12e9d7 23rd February 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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