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title: "RECODE - In Service Support for Combat Management Systems (CMS), Shared Infrastructure (SI) and Networks - Contract Awarded"
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# RECODE - In Service Support for Combat Management Systems (CMS), Shared Infrastructure (SI) and Networks - Contract Awarded

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-357d474f-6c7a-4da8-b0de-cd02d0410780

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence (MoD) of the United Kingdom has completed the award stage of a significant tender titled "RECODE - In Service Support for Combat Management Systems (CMS), Shared Infrastructure (SI) and Networks - Contract Awarded." This contract has been awarded to BAE Systems Surface Ships Ltd for the provision of ongoing support for CMS, including software and hardware, as well as the hosting infrastructure of SI & Combat System Networks for Royal Navy platforms. The project will span various sites across the South East of the UK, covering a wide array of naval platforms such as Type 23 Frigates, Type 45 Destroyers, Queen Elizabeth Class Aircraft Carriers, and more. The contract is valued at £285,275,277 and runs from 1st October 2024 to 30th September 2032.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses involved in computer-related services, notably those experienced with complex systems integration and support of military-grade hardware and software. Large-scale enterprises, particularly those with established capabilities in defence and maritime systems, would be highly suited to compete for such contracts in the future. The negotiated procedure without prior publication used here signifies a targeted approach, often with stringent requirements, favouring companies with proven track records in similar large-scale defence projects.

## Notice

This is a notice to inform the market that the Surface Ships Combat Systems Group Delivery Team which is part of the United Kingdom Ministry of Defence has placed a contract with BAE Systems Surface Ships Ltd (BAES) for In Service Support of Combat Management Systems (CMS), BAES Shared Infrastructure (SI) & Networks for Royal Navy platforms, Land-Based Test Sites & training sites as well as the installation of SI Version 3 on Type 45 Destroyers. The platforms in scope include Type 23 Frigates, T45, Queen Elizabeth Class Aircraft Carrier, Landing Platform Dock, Royal Fleet Auxiliary, Type 26 Frigates & support for the hosting infrastructure on the Type 31 Frigates to enable the hosting of the Maritime Electronic Warfare Systems Integrated Capability (MEWSIC). A CMS is a multi-layered system, comprising of component parts, products & individual equipment which all work together to provide situational awareness & lethality to the operator. The CMS covers: CMS Software & Hardware, and Hosting Infrastructure through SI & Combat System Networks. CMS equipment is made up of a series of discrete sub-systems, fully integrated together to provide the interface from which Operators can achieve a platform's Decide & Enable capabilities. Integration & configuration management is performed at the system level to ensure interoperability across the respective sub-systems.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1bebb074-cc1c-4b9c-997c-7d3adc4ee974 |
| 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 | 27 Sep 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Sep 2024 |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2024 - 30 Sep 2032 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £285,275,277 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £285,275,277 |
| 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 | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BAE SYSTEMS SURFACE SHIPS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 72500000 - Computer-related services

## Release History

- 27 Sep 2024 at 08:36 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1bebb074-cc1c-4b9c-997c-7d3adc4ee974

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1bebb074-cc1c-4b9c-997c-7d3adc4ee974
  27th September 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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