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title: "The Provision of Acoustic Training Devices, coursware and Equipment Support"
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# The Provision of Acoustic Training Devices, coursware and Equipment Support

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7e16fd59-4cfa-4edf-8107-bbc4943cfb48

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence (MOD) is seeking tenders for "The Provision of Acoustic Training Devices, Courseware and Equipment Support". This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically for acoustic devices, with a total estimated value of £3,344,000. The tender period ends on 22nd November 2021, and the contract period commences from 1st March 2022 and runs until 1st April 2025. The procurement method is a selective restricted procedure, and responses should be directed to the contact point, Lara Elliott, via email.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in acoustic technology and training solutions, particularly those capable of delivering synthetic training aids that meet military specifications. Companies that can replicate airborne acoustic processing and integrate oceanographic modelling will be well-positioned to compete. As the MOD looks to enhance its training capabilities, firms in the defence sector and related industries are encouraged to consider this contract to expand their portfolio and foster relationships with governmental buyers.

## Notice

The Ministry of Defence (MOD) requires a Synthetic Training Aid to be used as part of the training solution for Weapon Systems Operator (Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance) (WSOp(ISR)) Acoustics. To meet operational requirements, the equipment must replicate an airborne acoustic processor and include an accurate oceanographic model and target signatures to achieve the training standard set by the MOD. Four systems are required where one system is one instructor and 2 students. To express interest please complete the associated Pre Qualifying Questionnaire (PQQ) on the Defence Sourcing Portal (DSP) www.contracts.mod.uk

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/05d4de63-e44d-4d01-a629-3bc035668361 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Oct 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Nov 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Mar 2022 - 1 Apr 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £3,344,000 |
| 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 |
| Locality | HIGH WYCOMBE |
| Post town | Hemel Hempstead |
| Postcode | HP14 4UE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ13 Buckinghamshire |
| Local authority | Buckinghamshire |
| Electoral ward | Ridgeway West |
| Westminster constituency | Mid Buckinghamshire |
| Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

### Codes

- 32342400 - Acoustic devices

## Release History

- 20 Oct 2021 at 19:14 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/05d4de63-e44d-4d01-a629-3bc035668361

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/05d4de63-e44d-4d01-a629-3bc035668361
  20th October 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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