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title: "FOR TRANSPARENCY PURPOSES ONLY - Project Starter"
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# FOR TRANSPARENCY PURPOSES ONLY - Project Starter

Buyer: DEFENCE EQUIPMENT & SUPPORT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-723861e1-94a1-4291-b6db-ae17e4a96b6d

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## Summary

The procurement process, initiated by DEFENCE EQUIPMENT & SUPPORT, involved a tender for an Explosive Ordnance Disposal Remote Controlled Vehicle (EOD RCV) under the title "FOR TRANSPARENCY PURPOSES ONLY - Project Starter." This contract, valued at £55,307,596, falls within the security equipment industry and is located in the South West region of the United Kingdom. The procurement method used was a selective competitive procedure with negotiation, and the tender period concluded on 8th August 2017. The contract is set to run from 9th August 2017 to 31st March 2027.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the manufacturing of security, fire-fighting, police, and defence equipment. Companies that specialise in advanced technology and engineering, particularly those with experience in developing remote-controlled vehicles and related support services, would be well-suited to compete for similar contracts. As the awarded contract continues until 2027, businesses can look forward to future invitations to tender that align with defence procurement needs.

## Notice

Project STARTER - to procure an Explosive Ordnance Disposal Remote Controlled Vehicle (EOD RCV) and support.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/090da9bd-bd81-4587-a38b-ea499c043847 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Competitive procedure with negotiation (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Oct 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Aug 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Aug 2017 |
| Contract period | 23 Oct 2017 - 31 Jul 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £55,307,596 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £55,307,596 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEFENCE EQUIPMENT & SUPPORT |
| 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) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | HARRIS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 35000000 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

## Release History

- 24 Oct 2017 at 13:27 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/090da9bd-bd81-4587-a38b-ea499c043847

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/090da9bd-bd81-4587-a38b-ea499c043847
  24th October 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/670e912f-e953-481e-8f59-422e40b56b75
  Contract SPSCM/00862 (redacted for publication)

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