--- title: "DARTROSE Remote Controlled Vehicle - Explosive Ordnance Disposals" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-816f38c0-91fa-4c94-af65-2d819e5041bf" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-816f38c0-91fa-4c94-af65-2d819e5041bf" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-816f38c0-91fa-4c94-af65-2d819e5041bf.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-816f38c0-91fa-4c94-af65-2d819e5041bf.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE" published: "2020-10-23" --- # DARTROSE Remote Controlled Vehicle - Explosive Ordnance Disposals Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-816f38c0-91fa-4c94-af65-2d819e5041bf [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-816f38c0-91fa-4c94-af65-2d819e5041bf) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-816f38c0-91fa-4c94-af65-2d819e5041bf.json) ## Summary The Ministry of Defence is initiating a procurement process for the DARTROSE Remote Controlled Vehicle targeted at Explosive Ordnance Disposal, with a total estimated contract value of £100 million. The procurement, classified under Remote-control equipment, is currently in the tender stage, with a deadline for submissions set for 30th September 2021. This opportunity allows for the acquisition of approximately 50 medium-weight remote-controlled vehicles, which necessitate a pre-existing solution that requires only minor modifications. A virtual Industry Day is scheduled for 26th November 2020, aimed at facilitating discussions among potential suppliers regarding the requirements. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the defence and technology sectors, especially those specialising in remote-controlled and autonomous systems. Companies equipped to provide Commercial Off-the-Shelf solutions with capabilities in training support, maintenance, and in-service support for explosives-related technologies will find this procurement particularly relevant. SMEs are encouraged to participate, given the emphasis on innovation and collaboration in the Ministry of Defence's procurement strategy. ## Notice INDUSTRY DAY Request for Information Medium Weight Remote Controlled Vehicle - Explosive Ordnance Disposals 1. The Department is using this Request for Information (RFI) to help inform the development of its strategy in procurement and support of Remote Controlled Explosive Ordnance Disposals Vehicles. This RFI provides an opportunity for Industry to comment on the outline requirements. This RFI is not a commitment by the Department to launch a formal procurement procedure. Background 2. Defence Equipment and Support is the Ministry of Defence's Procurement Hub; managing the acquisition and through life support of equipment and services used by the Royal Navy, British Army and the Royal Air Force. 3. Specialist and Autonomous Mobility; Remote Controlled Vehicles Delivery Team (SAM RCV DT) is responsible for the procurement, in-service support and disposal of all EOD RCV; ensuring that new equipment is delivered into service on time, within budget and at an affordable cost, and that in-service RCVs are maintained to provide capabilities to Explosive Ordnance Disposal and Search End-Users. Requirement: 4. SAM RCV DT is exploring options for the procurement of approximately 50 Medium weight Remote Controlled Vehicle in line with the follow specification: a. A pre-existing RCV for a Commercial Off the Shelf (COTS) Procurement with only minor modifications expected b. Weighs approximately between 60-140kg c. Provision of 'Train the Trainer' maintenance and operator courses d. Through life In Service Support Industry Day 5. A virtual Industry Day is planned for Thursday 26th November, 2020 a. The virtual Industry Day will be hosted by the MoD, invites will be sent to companies who submit an expression of interest that meet the below criteria. All expressions of interest must contain: i. The name of the company being represented and the individuals requesting attendance. ii. Confirmation of security clearance level of the individuals and/or confirmation of the company being List X iii. An outline of the technical information for the proposed DARTROSE solution. This should include as a minimum the weight and size dimensions of the RCV. iv. All information to be submitted to the POC listed for this notice no later than Monday 23rd November 2020. Conflicts of Interest 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: Remote-control equipment.'. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0f26df20-cd82-4a84-9384-b5bbf5293ad1 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 23 Oct 2020 | | Submission deadline | 29 Sep 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 29 Sep 2021 - 29 Sep 2026 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £100,000,000 | | 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 | | 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) - 42 - Industrial machinery - 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services ### Codes - 38820000 - Remote-control equipment - 42997300 - Industrial robots - 90523200 - Bomb-disposal services ## Release History - 23 Oct 2020 at 15:00 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0f26df20-cd82-4a84-9384-b5bbf5293ad1 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0f26df20-cd82-4a84-9384-b5bbf5293ad1 23rd October 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - http://www.contracts.mod.uk/delta/signup.html?userType=supplier ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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