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title: "Project TYRO - Close Support Bridge"
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# Project TYRO - Close Support Bridge

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, LAND EQUIPMENT, OPERATIONAL INFRASTRUCTURE (OI)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-463fbc31-bd35-4c1e-af47-d9ee2076844a

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence, Land Equipment, Operational Infrastructure (OI) is initiating a tender for the "Project TYRO - Close Support Bridge" in the goods category, specifically focusing on mobile bridges. Located in Bristol, UK, this procurement process is currently in the Tender stage, with the tender period set to conclude on 25th January 2019. The total value of the contract is estimated at £250 million, with a minimum threshold of £150 million. The successful contractor will be required to supply a Heavy Forces Close Support Bridging capability through a selective procurement method using a negotiated procedure, with contract delivery commencing from 20th October 2020 and lasting until 31st December 2030.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in large-scale infrastructure and defence contracting, particularly those with experience in delivering military-related goods. Companies capable of providing heavy engineering solutions and innovative bridging technologies will be well-suited to compete in this procurement process. Engaging in this contract could facilitate long-term growth and establish strong partnerships with the UK Armed Forces, thereby enhancing the market position of successful bidders within the defence industry.

## Notice

Operational Infrastructure team has identified a possible future requirement to procure and support a Heavy Forces Close Support Bridging (CSB) capability for use by UK Armed Forces until at least 2040. The CSB system is used within the direct fire zone and must provide a minimum Military Load Classification (MLC) of 100 (Tracked). 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: Mobile bridges.'.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6f874da8-7b8e-4806-9dbd-84c385795a7e |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Negotiated procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Dec 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Jan 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 19 Oct 2020 - 31 Dec 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £250,000,000 |
| 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, LAND EQUIPMENT, OPERATIONAL INFRASTRUCTURE (OI) |
| 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

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34144300 - Mobile bridges

## Release History

- 15 Dec 2018 at 09:51 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6f874da8-7b8e-4806-9dbd-84c385795a7e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6f874da8-7b8e-4806-9dbd-84c385795a7e
  15th December 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.contracts.mod.uk/delta/signup.html?userType=supplier

## Provenance

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