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title: "Simulated Mine Target Procurement"
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# Simulated Mine Target Procurement

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6f9e5994-325d-48be-bc66-58e0802dea59

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## Summary

The UK Ministry of Defence's Sonar and Maritime Sensors (SaMS) Delivery Team is currently in the tender stage for a new contract to procure and supply Simulated Mine Targets (SMT) and auxiliary equipment to support Royal Navy training commitments. This open procedure tender falls under the industry category of sea mines (CPV code 35332200) with a tender value of £459,166. The procurement is focused in the South West region, with delivery addresses in Bristol (BS34 8JH), and the tender period ends on 2 April 2025 at 12:00 BST. The contract for these goods will commence on 1 August 2025 and conclude on 31 December 2025.

This tender represents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as the Ministry of Defence encourages participation from such entities. Companies specialising in maritime defence equipment or with experience in similar contracts within the last three years would be well-suited to compete. By securing this contract, businesses can reinforce their portfolios with a high-profile assignment, enhance their market credibility, and potentially secure long-term relationships within the defence sector.

## Notice

The Sonar and Maritime Sensors (SaMS) Delivery Team, part of the UK Ministry of Defence, is seeking to place a new competitively let contract for the procurement and supply of Simulated Mine Targets (SMT) and additional auxiliary equipment to meet Royal Navy training commitments. Please note any potential bidder may be required to provide evidence of similar contracts performed either for the public or private sector within the last three years.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5fec3949-c655-409e-9cfc-e745f2606463 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Apr 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2025 - 31 Dec 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £459,166 |
| 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 |
| 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

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

### Codes

- 35332200 - Sea mines

## Release History

- 18 Feb 2025 at 15:05 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5fec3949-c655-409e-9cfc-e745f2606463

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5fec3949-c655-409e-9cfc-e745f2606463
  18th February 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://contracts.mod.uk/esop/guest/go/opportunity/detail?opportunityId=59455
  Opportunity listing link

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