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title: "Capability enhancements for Sonar 2087 (RFI and Industry day)"
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current_stage: "Planning"
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# Capability enhancements for Sonar 2087 (RFI and Industry day)

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6eb9d464-6b92-46b8-b428-a50a2e60dd99

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence has initiated a planning stage tender for Capability enhancements for Sonar 2087. This procurement process involves seeking information about potential capability upgrades/insertions for Sonar 2087, specifically related to Thales Sonar technology. The engagement end date is set for January 6, 2023. The procurement falls under the industry category of "Research and Development services on security and defence materials" and is located in the South East region of the United Kingdom.

This tender by the Ministry of Defence presents an opportunity for business growth, particularly for companies involved in research and development services within the security and defence materials sector. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are well-suited to participate in this tender. By integrating their product offerings with Thales Sonar technology, businesses can showcase their capabilities to MOD entities such as DE&S, Dstl, and NCHQ as part of Project Spearhead, potentially leading to business collaborations and growth opportunities.

## Notice

Sonar 2087 is a Low Frequency Active (LFA) and passive Variable Depth Sonar (VDS), in service in the RN Type 23 Frigates. The Ministry of Defence (The "Authority") is currently seeking information about options that are available as potential capability upgrades/insertions for Sonar 2087. An opportunity to integrate product offerings with Thales Sonar technology and demonstrate to MOD (including DE&S, Dstl and NCHQ) as part of Project Spearhead. Full details in the attachment including how to register for the industry day and how to submit an RFI response.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/628708a1-5946-4a73-ad8c-822afa3f0da3 |
| 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 | 24 Oct 2022 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 6 Jan 2023 |
| 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 | Portsmouth |
| Postcode | PO2 8BY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ31 Portsmouth |
| Local authority | Portsmouth |
| Electoral ward | Nelson |
| Westminster constituency | Portsmouth North |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73400000 - Research and Development services on security and defence materials

## Release History

- 24 Oct 2022 at 13:16 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/628708a1-5946-4a73-ad8c-822afa3f0da3

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/628708a1-5946-4a73-ad8c-822afa3f0da3
  24th October 2022 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/7a98a58f-fed0-4e39-b7c5-6a80c5d96112
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