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title: "VIRTUS Pulse 2 - Delivery and support ballistic protection plates and training plates to integrate with the in-service VIRTUS body armour and load carriage system"
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published: "2017-11-10"
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# VIRTUS Pulse 2 - Delivery and support ballistic protection plates and training plates to integrate with the in-service VIRTUS body armour and load carriage system

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2d92b057-1585-4574-a6cf-a277d3e0a255

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## Summary

The MINISTRY OF DEFENCE is currently engaged in the procurement process titled "VIRTUS Pulse 2 - Delivery and support ballistic protection plates and training plates to integrate with the in-service VIRTUS body armour and load carriage system." This tender falls under the goods industry category, specifically focusing on protective gear, with a significant contract value of £20,000,000. The procurement method is a selective restricted procedure, and the tender period is currently active, ending on 10 November 2017. The delivery of goods is expected to take place primarily in the South West region of England, with the contract running from 31 May 2019 to 31 May 2024.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in the production and supply of ballistic protection gear, body armour components, and related training equipment. Companies that have experience in defence contracting or those that can demonstrate capability in high-quality manufacturing and reliable support services would be particularly well-suited to compete. Engaging in this procurement process could significantly enhance a business's footprint within the public sector, especially in the defence landscape.

## Notice

VIRTUS Pulse 2 - Deliver and support (including repair/refurbish) ballistic protection plates and training plates to integrate with the in-service VIRTUS body armour and load carriage system

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4fc5d92e-3c0e-441d-92d8-5f77131121df |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Nov 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Nov 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 May 2019 - 31 May 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £20,000,000 |
| 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 | TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 18 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories
- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

### Codes

- 18143000 - Protective gear
- 35815000 - Garments for anti-ballistic protection

## Release History

- 10 Nov 2017 at 08:35 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4fc5d92e-3c0e-441d-92d8-5f77131121df

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4fc5d92e-3c0e-441d-92d8-5f77131121df
  10th November 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/9045fbf0-8c23-4993-a3de-2b90a40e3ef5
  Schedule of Requirements
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/afdf1850-ad81-441e-ae92-7ca37b8ad6ff
  Security Aspects Letter
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/335af83e-dca9-42e9-b519-40bb64f4d6ce
  Tender Compliance Matrix
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/414c8534-17a3-4727-a163-c947da4b554c
  Integrated Test, Evaluation and Acceptance Plan
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/ef42cde5-27ad-4909-b42f-e1b3b5bb2e21
  COAT Assessment
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/3b894b1c-8799-4fd1-a44b-827ea88af644
  Gainshare Log
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/5c16d388-e35d-43e6-b59f-335cf632a9ac
  System Specification
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/fc482cf4-f819-4016-a7f1-5c46acdbc772
  PDS Tasking Proforma
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/2687f54f-4b29-4ba8-bcca-6f78b9749cd6
  Approved PDS Task List
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/24aba3b4-de27-435a-a8a2-30f9c692bab1
  Certificate of Conformity
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/2ace4a46-f008-409a-b7a8-99d4f3804970
  User Guide Standard Requirements
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/0a36b945-1c88-43c8-9672-1ac091dc247a
  DES Corporate Identity Standard
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/12dc33b1-5d71-4e86-bfef-c635a1e430f3
  Cyber Security Requirement
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d617b4ab-e083-4785-9870-c5ccbd5a2d16
  Bill of Materials
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/7fa52348-5358-4cdc-bacc-2850053f6f00
  Meeting Schedule
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/2d00e89b-570b-4bc4-b6c6-a46caca4590d
  Government Funded Equipment
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/eadc3b5b-755a-4056-a463-6deb661b5e6c
  Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL)
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/577e212d-d7ff-4c24-b2b0-7c959b9fc4b8
  Burden vs Agility and Vulnerability Trial Report
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/5a575b57-8510-48b5-8bd4-3f453cf40476
  Assessment of Common Battlefield Test Facility
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/07533e64-fe7a-45b5-b6f7-b8eb1c9f56e6
  Human Factors Assessment
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/0afc479e-47ae-4782-9061-a17309fc9839
  Summary report of VIRTUS Pulse 2 coverage
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/95162e9a-aaff-4a6b-8ce4-c8a2d5147f7e
  DCC MCC Integration Report
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/7fe61592-d525-455e-8476-4ec2c778bf66
  System Requirements Document
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/03f96027-d0a9-4ffe-99c1-332372a74f28
  Memorandum of Security
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/4124421f-2779-4bb6-9147-1c175e3ef717
  Statement of Requirement

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