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title: "Underwater Acoustic Test and Calibration Services (UACS)"
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# Underwater Acoustic Test and Calibration Services (UACS)

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-136622ae-33e7-4050-8ec9-baa06f099d0a

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence conducted a limited procurement process for the "Underwater Acoustic Test and Calibration Services (UACS)", aimed at providing underwater acoustic testing and calibration services for their equipment. The contract, valued at £3,757,050, was awarded on 29th November 2019 and will be active until 30th November 2029. The procurement process, initiated on 1st December 2019, is classified under the 'Sonars' category, with the services being delivered in London, United Kingdom. The tender period concluded on 30th November 2019.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in underwater acoustic technologies and related engineering services, particularly those capable of engaging in extensive calibration and testing. Competitors may include large-scale firms focusing on defence services, as well as companies with expertise in sonar technology and underwater testing solutions. The long contract period also allows for sustained business growth and the potential for further contract extensions or additional work related to military applications.

## Notice

Underwater acoustic testing and calibration services for MOD equipment.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4d5973f9-c0b7-4740-a6b2-fb75ccee7353 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Negotiated procedure without prior publication (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Dec 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Nov 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Nov 2019 |
| Contract period | 1 Dec 2019 - 30 Nov 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £3,757,050 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| 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 |
| 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 | TLI London |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | NPL MANAGEMENT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 38113000 - Sonars

## Release History

- 16 Dec 2019 at 10:57 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4d5973f9-c0b7-4740-a6b2-fb75ccee7353

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4d5973f9-c0b7-4740-a6b2-fb75ccee7353
  16th December 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/4453d16b-e4bf-48f5-bb2b-ca673185e0be
  Contract Terms and Conditions
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/98f7bf0a-8a9c-4899-96b6-1c37b3f800f2
  Contract Schedules
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d2f87a2e-f541-4a39-90c8-797d86435b2b
  Annex A - Statement of Requirement
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/77e4237d-3205-4e01-8044-6cb5bc12aca8
  Annex B - Payment Plan
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d722140e-fc88-4c24-869a-bf5ae4afd4c9
  Annex C - Security Aspects Letter
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d9e9cf5c-b48a-40dd-804c-e81e3d248c07
  Annex D - Tasking Form
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/96f39488-ca80-4268-8c40-534a604abd07
  Annex E - Task Record
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/04ec8abf-b12e-4d18-bd8e-4ee5a26d8019
  Annex F - Rates
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/fa55fd2b-6372-42c5-9d8d-3c650bf03e33
  Annex G - DEFFORM 532
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/45ae50ee-200e-43eb-a6b2-1e5272f7f9b2
  Annex H - Risk Register

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