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title: "Miscellaneous Sonar Equipment Follow-On Contract"
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# Miscellaneous Sonar Equipment Follow-On Contract

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, SHIPS, MARITIME COMBAT SYSTEMS (MCS) TEAM  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6f126d7e-a723-436f-b44d-60147e72df0d

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence, Ships, Maritime Combat Systems (MCS) Team is seeking bids for the “Miscellaneous Sonar Equipment Follow-On Contract,” with an estimated total value ranging from £20 million to £27 million. This procurement falls under the services category and involves the provision of in-service support for various sonar equipment, including Echo Sounders and Underwater Telephones. The tender is currently in the active stage, with the submission deadline set for 20 September 2019. The contract is expected to commence on 1 April 2021 and run until 31 March 2031, with delivery required in the South West region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in underwater electronic warfare and sonar technology, particularly those capable of providing comprehensive support services, including spare parts and technology refresh initiatives. Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement method is selective, employing a negotiated procedure approach, which may favour competitive and innovative solutions. Businesses with experience in defence contracts, particularly in maritime combat systems, would be well-positioned to compete effectively for this contract.

## Notice

The Defence Equipment & Support (DE&S) Underwater Electronic Warfare (UEW) Delivery Team (DT) is considering a 10 year in service support contract including spares availability and technology refresh on some of the equipments for Miscellaneous Sonar Equipment (MSE). Expected start date would be April 2021. The total value (ex VAT) of the contract is expected to range from PS20-27M. MSE includes Echo Sounders, Underwater Telephones, Towed Noise Sources, and some additional Minor Sonars. The portfolio includes safety related sonars. 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: Sonars.'.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8334b7eb-7077-4aa5-89ab-ef88b52d03a1 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Negotiated procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Aug 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Sep 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2021 - 31 Mar 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £27,000,000 |
| 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, SHIPS, MARITIME COMBAT SYSTEMS (MCS) TEAM |
| 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

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 38113000 - Sonars
- 38114000 - Echo sounders

## Release History

- 25 Aug 2019 at 11:00 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8334b7eb-7077-4aa5-89ab-ef88b52d03a1

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8334b7eb-7077-4aa5-89ab-ef88b52d03a1
  25th August 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.contracts.mod.uk/delta/signup.html?userType=supplier

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