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title: "MSS/084 - Future Diesels"
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# MSS/084 - Future Diesels

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, SHIPS, MARITIME PLATFORM SYSTEMS (MPS)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-26f784ea-b00e-4617-a30b-3d830693fd2f

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence, Ships, Maritime Platform Systems (MPS) is currently conducting a procurement process for the contract titled "MSS/084 - Future Diesels", which falls within the installation services of marine engines sector. This contract is based in Bristol, UK, and aims to deliver goods over a five-year period, commencing from 6th October 2020 and concluding on 5th October 2025. The tender, which is still active, uses the ITN process as stipulated in the Defence and Security Public Contracts Regulations 2011. Key considerations for bidders include adhering to specific tender criteria along with maintaining compliance with security protocols, which may be subject to change based on national legislation and government policy. The tender period concluded on 2nd January 2019.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses, particularly those focused on the maritime and defence sector. Companies involved in the installation of diesel engines or related technologies, including equipment manufacturers or service providers, should consider submitting proposals. Given the emphasis on potential suitability for small or medium enterprises (SMEs), this tender offers a valuable chance for smaller firms to engage in public procurement and expand their operational reach within the defence supply chain. Interested parties are encouraged to register on the designated platforms to access tender documents and further instructions.

## Notice

Other additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.The Authority reserves the right to amend any condition related to security of information to reflect any changes in national law or government policy. If any contract documents are accompanied by instructions on safeguarding classified information (e.g. a Security Aspects Letter), the Authority reserves the right to amend the terms of these instructions to reflect any changes in national law or government policy, whether in respect of the applicable protective marking scheme, specific protective markings given, the aspects to which any protective marking applies, or otherwise. The link below to the Gov.uk website provides information on the Government Security Classification. https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-security-classifications Advertising Regime OJEU:- This contract opportunity is published in the Official Journal of the European Union (OJEU),the MoD Defence Contracts Bulletin and www.contracts.mod.uk The Authority is running this procurement using the ITN process as set out in Regulation 18 of the Defence and Security Public Contracts Regulations 2011. The PQQ has been published on the Defence Contracts Online (DCO) portal. All responses to the PQQ must be submitted electronically via the AWARD portal only. All communication with the Authority will be via the AWARD portal only. The response portals for the MSS-084 PQQ have now been sealed so that you are able to provide a response to the tender documents. Guidance on using the portal can be found by logging into AWARD, selecting the "Help" link at the top right of the page, selecting "Supplier's AWARD" from the list on the left hand column and the selecting "Using a Portal Project as a Supplier" option on the main page. This describes the use of AWARD from the supplier's point of view on a single Portal, multi-lot project. With this project there is a single portals for you to complete and there are no lots at this stage. If you have provided a response to the "Request For Information RFI-MSS-084" project within AWARD then access to the "MSS-084 PQQ" can be gained by using the same login details as have been used to respond to the "Request For Information RFI-MSS-084" project. The MSS/084 PQQ AWARD Publish Document tab contains the following documentation. * MSS-084 Questionnaire Supporting Information * 20181120-Lot 1_MSS 084 Statement of Support Requirements-Draft V5 * 20181120-Lot 2_MSS 084 Statement of Support Requirements-Draft V2 * 20181120-Lot 3_MSS 084 Statement of Support Requirements-Draft V2 * 20181120_Lot 1 Combined Item List * 20181120_Lot 2 Combined Item List * 20181120_Lot 3 Combined Item List Suppliers should familiarise themselves with Statement o 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,: Installation services of diesel engines.'.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/408d82bf-0b56-46dd-8178-3e188a79b82a |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Nov 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Jan 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 5 Oct 2020 - 5 Oct 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £48,146,000 |
| 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, SHIPS, MARITIME PLATFORM SYSTEMS (MPS) |
| 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

- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment
- 51 - Installation services (except software)

### Codes

- 35521100 - Engines and engine parts for warships
- 51142000 - Installation services of diesel engines
- 51145000 - Installation services of marine engines

## Release History

- 30 Nov 2020 at 09:35 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/408d82bf-0b56-46dd-8178-3e188a79b82a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/408d82bf-0b56-46dd-8178-3e188a79b82a
  30th November 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.contracts.mod.uk/delta/signup.html?userType=supplier
- https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-security-classifications

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