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title: "Provision of Small Cell Batteries"
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# Provision of Small Cell Batteries

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, ISTAR, OTHER  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-524d1ee6-ec95-43d8-a3eb-3645a52f8b4b

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence, ISTAR, is currently inviting tenders for the "Provision of Small Cell Batteries," which falls under the batteries category within the goods industry. This procurement is located in Bristol, UK, and is currently at the Tender stage. The tender period will close on 29th June 2018, while the contract is scheduled to commence on 1st August 2018 and run for one year. The estimated value of this procurement is £150,000, and it follows a selective procurement method, specifically a restricted procedure.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in battery supplies, particularly those offering lithium thionyl chloride and lithium polymer batteries. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as they may offer tailored solutions that meet the specific requirements outlined in the tender. Companies capable of delivering the required battery specifications, including those with experience in pre-charging and long shelf-life products, will be well-positioned to compete in this procurement process.

## Notice

Expressions of Interest are invited from interested suppliers for the supply of small battery cells. There are three types of cell required, the specifications of which can be found below. Cell 1 Dimensions in mm (LxHxW): 20 x 45 x 4 The width must not exceed 4 mm, however minor variations in the Length and Height may be acceptable. Rated Capacity 850 mAh OCV 3.65 Volts Max Current 22 mA (pulse) Pulse Current of 34 mA for >5 s Chemistry Lithium Thionyl Chloride (Li/SOCl2) Cell 2 Dimensions in mm (LxHxW): 29 x 29 x 4 The width must not exceed 4 mm, however minor variations in the Length and Height may be acceptable. Rated Capacity 300 mAh Voltage 3.7 Current 300 mA Chemistry Lithium Polymer or equivalent Cell 3 Dimensions in mm (LxHxW): 17 x 36 x 1.96 The width must not exceed 2 mm, however minor variations in the Length and Height may be acceptable. Rated Capacity 225 mAh OCV 3.65 Volts Max Current 215 mA (pulse) Pulse Current of 34 mA for >5 s Chemistry Lithium Thionyl Chloride (Li/SOCl2) Requirements Cells will have an expected shelf life of around 2 years Cells are to be pre charged This requirement is subject to financial approvals and dates may be subject to change. 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: Batteries.'.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/13cabae3-eaf5-4c8f-b6d1-d5516a55de52 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 May 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Jun 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2018 - 1 Aug 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £150,000 |
| 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, ISTAR, OTHER |
| 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

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

### Codes

- 31440000 - Batteries

## Release History

- 18 May 2018 at 12:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/13cabae3-eaf5-4c8f-b6d1-d5516a55de52

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/13cabae3-eaf5-4c8f-b6d1-d5516a55de52
  18th May 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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