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title: "Defence Virtual Simulation 3 (DVS3) - RFI"
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# Defence Virtual Simulation 3 (DVS3) - RFI

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-23d0a4ed-2788-44fa-afde-1c581945f9c2

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence is planning a tender process for Defence Virtual Simulation 3 (DVS3) - RFI. The industry category is Training and simulation in security equipment, with a focus on a simulated environment across defence. The engagement end date is set for June 1, 2023, targeting suppliers capable of providing a virtual simulation tool that supports decision-making, R&D, training, and operations. The procurement stage is at the planning phase, and the buying organisation is located in AbbeyWood, Bristol, United Kingdom.

This tender by the Ministry of Defence presents an opportunity for SMEs in the training and simulation equipment sector to participate in providing a virtual simulation tool for defence applications. Businesses with expertise in commercial off-the-shelf products and the ability to enhance interoperability of training systems are well-suited to compete. The tender aims to foster value for money solutions while aligning with JSP 939 guidelines, offering growth potential for companies focusing on defence modelling and simulation technologies.

## Notice

5. Defence Virtual Simulation 3 (DVS3) is anticipated to be based on a Commercial Off The Shelf (COTS) based virtual simulation tool, to be used as widely as possible, promoting what was previously Defence Modelling and Simulation Coherence (DMaSC) Policy, now JSP 939, should be the simulated environment used across defence unless a greater value for money option can be sought to fulfil the required capability needs whilst underpinning the interoperability of training systems and enabling its use for applications including decision support; research and development; training; and operations planning and rehearsal. Additional information: Further information can be found in the link to the DSP Opportunity Listing below:

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/93905f52-152d-45aa-8012-fd3e766ac4eb |
| 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 | 21 Apr 2023 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 1 Jun 2023 |
| 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 | 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 | TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80610000 - Training and simulation in security equipment

## Release History

- 21 Apr 2023 at 10:45 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/93905f52-152d-45aa-8012-fd3e766ac4eb

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/93905f52-152d-45aa-8012-fd3e766ac4eb
  21st April 2023 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/3911c2a7-c6e7-407a-aaf6-3f2dbfccd390
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- https://contracts.mod.uk/esop/guest/go/opportunity/detail?opportunityId=56053
  DSP Opportunities Listing URL

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