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title: "(For Transparency Purposes Only) - Contract Award. This notice serves to announce the Contract Award Only. It is NOT an expression of interest for a new opportunity. The requirement is for The Provision of Pre-Flight Messaging Test Facility (PFMTF) Rigs and System Test Facility (STF) Rigs"
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# (For Transparency Purposes Only) - Contract Award. This notice serves to announce the Contract Award Only. It is NOT an expression of interest for a new opportunity. The requirement is for The Provision of Pre-Flight Messaging Test Facility (PFMTF) Rigs and System Test Facility (STF) Rigs

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4b2a55f2-7285-4430-b58c-7f68fac5ec35

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has announced the award of a contract for the provision of Pre-Flight Messaging Test Facility (PFMTF) rigs and System Test Facility (STF) rigs. This procurement falls under the military electronics systems category, with the contract value set at £9,178,741. The contract period commenced on 25 June 2021 and will last until 30 September 2025. The procurement was executed using a limited, negotiated procedure without prior publication, reflecting the technical requirements and specific supplier capabilities involved. This contract has been awarded to Leonardo UK Ltd, based in Luton, England.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses focused on military electronic systems and related services, particularly large enterprises equipped with the necessary expertise and resources. Companies with capabilities in manufacturing and support for advanced military equipment, such as electronic warfare systems and testing facilities, may find this tender relevant for future competitive bids. Additionally, suppliers with favourable experience in partnerships with defence organisations could see growth prospects by aligning their offering to the specific needs and technical standards sought by the MoD.

## Notice

(For Transparency Purposes Only) - Contract Award. This notice serves to announce the Contract Award Only. It is NOT an expression of interest for a new opportunity. The requirement is for The Provision of Pre-Flight Messaging Test Facility (PFMTF) Rigs and System Test Facility (STF) Rigs

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d2dcd51f-5b6a-468d-8baa-5306d20f4245 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Negotiated procedure without prior publication (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Jul 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Jun 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Jun 2021 |
| Contract period | 24 Jun 2021 - 30 Sep 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £9,178,741 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £9,178,741 |
| 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 | 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 | TLF East Midlands (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | LEONARDO |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 35700000 - Military electronic systems

## Release History

- 28 Jul 2021 at 09:54 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d2dcd51f-5b6a-468d-8baa-5306d20f4245
- 3 Dec 2019 at 09:58 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5cf2b13c-5b85-440e-9991-9647e05d7b6a
- 3 Dec 2019 at 09:50 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5cf2b13c-5b85-440e-9991-9647e05d7b6a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d2dcd51f-5b6a-468d-8baa-5306d20f4245
  28th July 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5cf2b13c-5b85-440e-9991-9647e05d7b6a
  3rd December 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/ea9c4b92-995f-4ffb-9dd5-a8175ccc5b0e
  Associated Timelines and Description of Procurement Requirement
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/6cade7a1-f489-4bf4-aee0-07cbcbc6910c
  700027319_TRANSPARENCY_PFMTF Offer of Contract

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