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title: "Merlin Mission Support System Cage Software Licence"
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buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, HELICOPTERS, MERLIN PROJECT TEAM"
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# Merlin Mission Support System Cage Software Licence

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, HELICOPTERS, MERLIN PROJECT TEAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4b03527e-1adb-4def-bf02-743d25528791

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence, Helicopters, Merlin Project Team is seeking an enterprise licence agreement for the use of CAGE Software as part of the Merlin Mission Support System, with a total value of £1,792,000. This contract is currently in the award stage, having been awarded on 21st February 2019. The contract period is set to commence on 31st March 2019 and will run until 31st December 2040. The successful supplier for this tender is BAE Systems (Operations) Limited, and it covers the support helicopters industry, with delivery locations including the UK and various territories worldwide.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in software and support services for aerospace or military applications. Companies with experience in providing enterprise software solutions, particularly in the defence sector, may find this an advantageous contract to explore. As the contract spans over two decades, it provides potential for ongoing engagement and collaboration, making it particularly appealing to established players and specialised SMEs aiming to expand in the defence industry.

## Notice

Enterprise Licence Agreement to use CAGE Software on the Merlin Mission Support System. Any values stated in this notice are subject to contract and a contract has yet to be awarded. 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-Yeovil: Support helicopters.'.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/89c467a2-7a43-4007-956b-e6d728e42cac |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Mar 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Feb 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Feb 2019 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2019 - 31 Dec 2040 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,792,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,792,000 |
| 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, HELICOPTERS, MERLIN PROJECT TEAM |
| Locality | YEOVIL |
| Post town | Bath |
| Postcode | BA20 2YB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset |
| ITL 3 | TLK62 Somerset |
| Local authority | Somerset |
| Electoral ward | Yeovil South |
| Westminster constituency | Yeovil |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BAE SYSTEMS (OPERATIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

### Codes

- 35612300 - Support helicopters

## Release History

- 7 Mar 2019 at 09:57 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/89c467a2-7a43-4007-956b-e6d728e42cac

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/89c467a2-7a43-4007-956b-e6d728e42cac
  7th March 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

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