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title: "RFI0037 - STATIC TRAINING VESSELS /HARBOUR TRAINING SHIPS (HTSs) IN SUPPORT OF PROJECT POWERFUL"
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published: "2024-08-13"
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# RFI0037 - STATIC TRAINING VESSELS /HARBOUR TRAINING SHIPS (HTSs) IN SUPPORT OF PROJECT POWERFUL

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5979a74e-3906-4285-a8f0-1181fb768516

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence, based in Portsmouth, England, has initiated a planning stage for the project titled "RFI0037 - STATIC TRAINING VESSELS /HARBOUR TRAINING SHIPS (HTSs) IN SUPPORT OF PROJECT POWERFUL". This initiative falls under the industry category of Warships and associated parts. The project aims to establish a UK-based 'warship experience' and residential capability near water-borne activity facilities to support RN Cadet Forces and other Youth organisations. Key engagement end date to note is 11th September 2024. The procurement process is presently in the 'planning' stage, mainly focusing on gathering information and understanding market options through a Request for Information (RFI), rather than a direct tendering opportunity.

This RFI presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the defence or maritime sectors, particularly for those offering innovative solutions or emerging capabilities related to static training vessels or harbour training ships. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are specifically noted as suitable to participate in this information-gathering phase, providing a platform to showcase their expertise and potential to contribute to a high-profile defence project. This could pave the way for future tender opportunities, enabling businesses to establish relationships with the Ministry of Defence and expand their footprint in the defence industry.

## Notice

This is an RFI, not a tendering opportunity. Navy Command are investigating a UK based 'warship experience' and residential capability in close proximity to water-borne activity facilities, to provide RN Cadet Forces and members of other Youth organisations with access to a realistic, challenging and contemporary warship experience. This request for information is to develop further the Authority's understanding of the different options and capabilities available in the market, both current and emerging. Please see document attached (RFI0037-PROJECTPOWERFUL) for full details of this RFI and how to submit a response.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/16c26e1f-857d-436b-9c1e-6bc137b74e52 |
| Notice type | Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 11 Sep 2024 |
| 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 | PORTSMOUTH |
| Post town | Not specified |
| Postcode | P02 8BY |
| Country | Not specified |
| ITL 1 | Not specified |
| ITL 2 | Not specified |
| ITL 3 | Not specified |
| Local authority | Not specified |
| Electoral ward | Not specified |
| Westminster constituency | Not specified |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 35500000 - Warships and associated parts
- 35510000 - Warships

## Release History

- 13 Aug 2024 at 15:29 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/16c26e1f-857d-436b-9c1e-6bc137b74e52

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/16c26e1f-857d-436b-9c1e-6bc137b74e52
  13th August 2024 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d2ea8282-9e94-4eb7-ad0a-1939d3156654
  n/a
- https://contracts.mod.uk/esop/guest/go/opportunity/detail?opportunityId=58596
  Link to Defence Sourcing Portal

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