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title: "701056405 Contracts Finder Transparency Notice"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE"
published: "2021-09-06"
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# 701056405 Contracts Finder Transparency Notice

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-85b75fee-f650-495b-a56f-c12f66cbbf95

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence has initiated a tender process for the supply and delivery of 67 welding helmets, alongside consumables, to the Defence School of Electronic and Mechanical Engineering and the Defence School of Marine Engineering. This procurement is classified under the goods category and is valued at £120,000. The tender was published on 6th September 2021, and expressions of interest were previously requested, closing on 28th May 2021. The tender period will conclude on 6th October 2021, following which the contract is expected to start on 15th November 2021 and run until 3rd June 2022. The procurement method adopted is a restricted procedure, which allows selective participation from interested vendors.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) within the welding and engineering sectors. Companies that specialise in welding equipment, particularly those capable of meeting the specific requirements for military applications, are encouraged to consider this contract. The Ministry of Defence seeks reliable suppliers ready to fulfil a one-off requirement with the capacity for timely delivery to multiple locations. Engaging in this procurement process can enhance business visibility and potentially lead to future opportunities within the public sector.

## Notice

This notice is for the purposes of transparency only. Expressions of interest were requested and closed 28/05/21. Further details can be found at https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/b2336181-d925-4119-ba98-9da265aee645?origin=SearchResults&p=1 The Authority has a one off requirement for the supply and delivery of welding helmets to the Defence School of Electronic and Mechanical Engineering and the Defence School of Marine Engineering. A total of 67 helmets, including consumables, are required with delivery to three sites.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3fa27b13-d7a0-4e4d-bc29-e4b6df92e171 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 Sep 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Oct 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 15 Nov 2021 - 3 Jun 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £120,000 |
| 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 | WOLVERHAMPTON |
| Post town | Wolverhampton |
| Postcode | WV7 3EX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLG22 Shropshire |
| Local authority | Shropshire |
| Electoral ward | Shifnal South and Cosford |
| Westminster constituency | The Wrekin |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 42662000 - Welding equipment

## Release History

- 6 Sep 2021 at 15:18 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3fa27b13-d7a0-4e4d-bc29-e4b6df92e171

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3fa27b13-d7a0-4e4d-bc29-e4b6df92e171
  6th September 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://contracts.mod.uk
  Link to eSourcing Portal

## Notice URLs

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/b2336181-d925-4119-ba98-9da265aee645?origin=SearchResults&p=1

## Provenance

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