--- title: "Field Deployable Computed Tomography System (FDCTS)" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-5555c0fa-8908-4c9c-9ceb-342f9de88251" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-5555c0fa-8908-4c9c-9ceb-342f9de88251" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-5555c0fa-8908-4c9c-9ceb-342f9de88251.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-5555c0fa-8908-4c9c-9ceb-342f9de88251.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE" published: "2022-01-24" --- # Field Deployable Computed Tomography System (FDCTS) Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5555c0fa-8908-4c9c-9ceb-342f9de88251 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-5555c0fa-8908-4c9c-9ceb-342f9de88251) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-5555c0fa-8908-4c9c-9ceb-342f9de88251.json) ## Summary The Ministry of Defence is initiating a procurement process for a Field Deployable Computed Tomography System (FDCTS), classified under the category of CT scanners. The buying organisation is located in Bristol, England, with the postal code BS34 8JH. Currently, the process is in the planning stage, and interested parties should respond to the market engagement notice by 18 February 2022. This tender is part of a larger effort to acquire high-fidelity, portable CT scanning equipment designed for deployment in operational settings, with an expected delivery by the financial year 2024/2025. This procurement opportunity is particularly suited for businesses specialising in medical imaging equipment, mobile infrastructure solutions, and training services. Companies that can provide innovative CT scanner technology that meets specified ruggedness and operational versatility will find this a valuable opportunity. Furthermore, businesses able to offer ongoing support, such as maintenance and training, could play a significant role in fulfilling the long-term needs outlined in the tender specification. ## Notice FDCTS ILR - RFI (via the DSP) - Listed requirements are given at a high level; to open communications, not enter a formal engagement, as this is just an Initial Look Request (ILR). Should the decision be taken to proceed with an acquisition, a formal competition process would follow. - If you would be able to assist with elements of the below, please provide details. - Where multiple alternatives could fulfil a requirement, please provide separate descriptions and costs for each option. - Very Rough Order of Magnitude (VROM) costs only are requested at this stage. If costing for an item is provided as a range, please also indicate most likely cost. - A response is requested within 3 weeks of this notification being released. - Images of equipment (.pdf) would be useful. - Likely delivery timescale would be by FY 24/25 for the full capability including delivery of initial training. Requirement - 2x Field Deployable Computed Tomography (CT) scanner. High-fidelity full-body scanner with no lower than 64-slice capability and fitted with appropriate power interface ports. Robust enough scanner to be taken off-road to be deployed on Operations, or sufficiently damped to enable traversing rough terrain. Head to pelvis scanning in one pass will be a minimum requirement. Please provide details of dosage and time required to complete a full body scan. If this is not possible in one pass, indicate dosage and time to complete full body. - Surrounding Infrastructure (Container/Shelter) - CT scanner will need to be fitted within either a self-deploying capability or transportable container by existing fleet which permits deployment of a 20' ISO (International Standards Organisation) shipping container. Container/shelter solution could be an entirely solid shell or a combination of solid walls and an expanding shelter in place of a solid roof. The capability will require a rigid floor/baseplate that is self-levelling to permit use in the field and a shielded clinical area will be required for the radiographers. Suitable space to permit full-body scanning in one pass is desirable; head to pelvis scanning in one pass as a minimum. - Training - Initial user and maintainer courses. - Through Life Support for the full capability for a minimum of 10 years. This is to include training, spares, servicing, maintenance and Ongoing original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) post-design services ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/82c66ef5-ffc7-4a61-aee6-41e22e4b4407 | | Notice type | Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Not specified | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 24 Jan 2022 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 18 Feb 2022 | | 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 | TLK South West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products - 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation - 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus) ### Codes - 33115100 - CT scanners - 34221000 - Special-purpose mobile containers - 44211100 - Modular and portable buildings - 44211110 - Cabins - 44211200 - Cubicles ## Release History - 24 Jan 2022 at 15:34 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/82c66ef5-ffc7-4a61-aee6-41e22e4b4407 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/82c66ef5-ffc7-4a61-aee6-41e22e4b4407 24th January 2022 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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