--- title: "PIN NOTICE FOR COMPRESSED AIR SUPPORT ENABLER. MSS/108" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-41fb4a5b-b773-4cf8-9f2e-927404aaece5" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-41fb4a5b-b773-4cf8-9f2e-927404aaece5" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-41fb4a5b-b773-4cf8-9f2e-927404aaece5.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-41fb4a5b-b773-4cf8-9f2e-927404aaece5.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE" published: "2021-06-10" --- # PIN NOTICE FOR COMPRESSED AIR SUPPORT ENABLER. MSS/108 Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-41fb4a5b-b773-4cf8-9f2e-927404aaece5 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-41fb4a5b-b773-4cf8-9f2e-927404aaece5) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-41fb4a5b-b773-4cf8-9f2e-927404aaece5.json) ## Summary The Ministry of Defence is seeking expressions of interest for a contract titled "PIN NOTICE FOR COMPRESSED AIR SUPPORT ENABLER. MSS/108". This tender falls under the services category related to the marine industry, specifically aimed at supporting compressed air equipment systems for Her Majesty's Navy. The tender process is currently active, and the deadline for submitting responses is 9th July 2021, with the contract expected to commence on 10th October 2022 and run until 9th October 2029. The procurement method involves a selective procedure with negotiation, which is applicable for contracts above a certain financial threshold, with an estimated value of £35 million GBP. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the field of marine systems support, particularly those providing equipment and services related to compressed air systems, including valves, dryers, and filtration equipment. Companies that are small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, either individually or as part of a consortium, to address the comprehensive support requirements stipulated by the Ministry of Defence. Engaging in this tender could enhance a company’s expertise and visibility within the defence sector while contributing to the sustainable operation of naval capabilities. ## Notice PIN notice for expressions of interest received against MSS/108-Compressed Air Contract (TED85/2020-236759) in July 2020 and forms part of the market assessment, which is NOT part of any competitive procedure. compressed Air equipment systems installed in Her Majesty's (HM) surface ships and submarine platforms throughout their service life. Within Marine Systems Support (MSS), the Fluid Power and Controls (FPC) has the responsibility for the management of this requirement. The objective is to deliver a sustainable support solution over 7-year period (5 +2) to replace the current Contract (MSS/030 - Compressed Air) and former contract (MSS/086 - Compressed gas dryers and filters) which is managed by FPC(Fluid Power and Controls) & SDG(Service Delivery Group). This will ensure the continued safe operation of HM Ships and Submarines whilst driving continuous improvement in efficiency through economies of scale and smarter more effective support to increase availability. The key objectives are support the list of Master Equipment (ME) that are within in scope of support solutions are: - Breathing Air testing; - Cylinders; - Compressors - Dryers and Filtration; - Valves and reducing stations Additional information: Participants must note the following when considering completing a response to this RFI: a) Industrial participants may complete this RFI as a single entity and/or as a group of entities working together refer to section 6. b) As part of the PIN/ RFI notice you will be given a URL that will enable you to register for an account in AWARD. Refer to Self-Suppliers Registration document attached to this RFI- Annex A. c) While full completion of the entire RFI is highly desirable, partial responses may still be valuable to inform the MOD's procurement choices and follow up engagement; d) Responses for the return of this RFI must be submitted by the 09th July 2021. All responses must be submitted through AWARD Portal. e) The URL link you need to use for Submitting your RFI https://award.bravosolution.co.uk/mss108/web/project/ba3ed9d6-0a0e-4350-b375-d92514655c3e/register f) Please send your response in English and in MS Office or PDF format. g) If you intend to respond to this RFI please notify your respone on AWARD by 25th June 2021 All clarification questions regarding this RFI must be sent to AWARD portal. Please allow up to 5 days for a response; the deadline for clarification questions regarding the first return of this RFI is by 9th July 2021. If you do not register your interest in completing this RFI via AWARD Suppliers Registration you may not receive answers to the general clarification questions raised. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/78f93d71-99d5-4be1-b1bf-5fd756cdf19a | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Competitive procedure with negotiation (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 10 Jun 2021 | | Submission deadline | 9 Jul 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 9 Oct 2022 - 9 Oct 2029 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £35,000,000 | | 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 | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation - 42 - Industrial machinery - 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus) - 51 - Installation services (except software) ### Codes - 34510000 - Ships - 42131100 - Valves defined by function - 44611100 - Air cylinders - 44611110 - Compressed-air cylinders - 51145000 - Installation services of marine engines ## Release History - 10 Jun 2021 at 11:23 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/78f93d71-99d5-4be1-b1bf-5fd756cdf19a - 10 Jun 2021 at 11:20 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/78f93d71-99d5-4be1-b1bf-5fd756cdf19a - 10 Jun 2021 at 11:17 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/78f93d71-99d5-4be1-b1bf-5fd756cdf19a - 10 Jun 2021 at 10:28 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/78f93d71-99d5-4be1-b1bf-5fd756cdf19a - 10 Jun 2021 at 10:27 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/78f93d71-99d5-4be1-b1bf-5fd756cdf19a ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/78f93d71-99d5-4be1-b1bf-5fd756cdf19a 10th June 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://award.bravosolution.co.uk/mss108/web/project/ba3ed9d6-0a0e-4350-b375-d92514655c3e/register Please use AWARD link to access MSS/108 RFI ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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