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title: "SERPENS - RFI 3"
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# SERPENS - RFI 3

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-45236ff6-8020-4c6a-8ae4-f7f37c7adfea

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence is initiating a procurement process titled "SERPENS - RFI 3," focused on the sensors industry, specifically within the UK. Currently in the planning stage, the key date for engagement is set for 1st October 2021. Interested suppliers can find relevant documents on the SERPENS AWARD portal, and they are encouraged to register for access to the Request for Information (RFI) documentation. Additional support and links for registration are provided in the tender details.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in sensor technology, radar, and software integration consultancy services. Companies capable of delivering innovative solutions in these areas could greatly benefit from participating. The engagement process invites diverse businesses to enhance their visibility and potentially secure contracts within the defence sector, contributing to their growth and development.

## Notice

Project SERPENS are releasing RFI 3 to industry. The RFI can be found on the SERPENS AWARD portal. Interested parties should register on the portal, and will find the RFI documentation under documents > Requests for Information. Registration can be found at the following link: https://award.bravosolution.co.uk/serpens/web/project/101/register Additional information: Registration can be found at the following link: https://award.bravosolution.co.uk/serpens/web/project/101/register

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8a438f9b-bac0-4f55-af1f-2449e5402550 |
| 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 | 6 Sep 2021 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 1 Oct 2021 |
| 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 | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 35125100 - Sensors
- 35722000 - Radar
- 72227000 - Software integration consultancy services

## Release History

- 6 Sep 2021 at 16:13 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8a438f9b-bac0-4f55-af1f-2449e5402550

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8a438f9b-bac0-4f55-af1f-2449e5402550
  6th September 2021 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/a0638023-c8d1-4ec9-93b9-d373785de6f5
  n/a

## Notice URLs

- https://award.bravosolution.co.uk/serpens/web/project/101/register

## Provenance

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