--- title: "Design, Supply and Support of a Mobile Rugged Command, Control, Communications, Computing and Information System (C4IS)" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-8a845e44-f1b7-4f37-8d5f-218f0458a028" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-8a845e44-f1b7-4f37-8d5f-218f0458a028" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-8a845e44-f1b7-4f37-8d5f-218f0458a028.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-8a845e44-f1b7-4f37-8d5f-218f0458a028.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE" published: "2023-01-20" --- # Design, Supply and Support of a Mobile Rugged Command, Control, Communications, Computing and Information System (C4IS) Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8a845e44-f1b7-4f37-8d5f-218f0458a028 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-8a845e44-f1b7-4f37-8d5f-218f0458a028) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-8a845e44-f1b7-4f37-8d5f-218f0458a028.json) ## Summary The Ministry of Defence is seeking proposals for a contract titled "Design, Supply and Support of a Mobile Rugged Command, Control, Communications, Computing and Information System (C4IS)" in the Radio, television, communication, telecommunication, and related equipment category. The procurement stage is currently in the tender phase, with a tender period ending on 14th February 2023. The contract value is GBP 10,000,000, and the delivery address is in the South West region of the United Kingdom. The procurement method is 'Other - Exempt Procurement Under Restricted Procedure', and the contract period is expected to run from 29th April 2024 to 31st March 2028. This tender opportunity by the Ministry of Defence provides a chance for businesses to engage in supplying and supporting a critical C4IS system. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) would find this opportunity particularly suitable. Interested parties are required to request a Pre-Qualification Questionnaire (PQQ) by the specified deadline of 14th February 2023. Successful bidders will progress to the Invitation to Tender (ITT) stage, with anticipated ITT dates of issue on 20th April 2023 and return submission by 28th June 2023. This contract represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the communications and technology sector to contribute their expertise and solutions to support military operations. ## Notice The Authority is considering placing a contract for the design, supply and support of a mobile, rugged Command, Control, Communications, Computing and Information System (C4IS) that will provide and enhance a user's situational awareness during Mobility Operations. The system will be required to interface with a government furnished Data Entry Device and a variety of in-service communication equipment. Furthermore, the complete integrated system shall be a 'Walk on Fit' capability for ease of mobility and fitting onto in-service vehicles by military personnel. The Authority will require assistance with the preparation of a safety case including provision of all relevant documentation to certify compliance with applicable regulations and the identification of hazards relevant to the intended environment. A full suite of Army Equipment Support Publications will also be required. The system will be required to handle SECRET data with full security accreditation. Due to the security classification of this project, the supplier will require Facility Security Clearance by Contract Award. It is anticipated that once the equipment is in service, it will be supported for an initial period of 2 years, with the potential of additional in-service support until 31st March 2033 (as part of contract options). In addition to this, there is a potential requirement to amend the 'Walk on Fit' to enable full integration onto in-service vehicles (as part of an Ad-Hoc Post Design Services Tasking) Additional information: Additional Info: Due to the sensitivity of the requirement if you have an interest in this requirement, please request a Pre-Qualification Questionnaire (PQQ) by contacting Robert.batten100@mod.gov.uk, CC'ing Matthew.Loader764@mod.gov.uk. When requesting the PQQ documents please state your organisation's name, address and Point of Contact. Where possible please provide details of a secure email address (ie. Restricted LAN Interconnect (RLI) or equivalent) authorised to receive communications at OFFICIAL SENSITIVE Classification. Where a secure email address is not available Defence Share shall be utilised. The PQQ Deadlines are: Last day for PQQ request: 1700 on the 14th of February 2023. Final date for PQQ Submission: 1700 on the 24th of February 2023. PQQ's received after the Submission deadline will not be carried forward to the Invitation to Tender (ITT) stage. We will be taking a maximum of Six (6) potential Bidders forward to the ITT stage based on the highest scores of the PQQ. Further information for potential Bidders who may be invited to ITT stage can be found on the Marking guidance provided with the PQQ request. Anticipated ITT dates as follows - Issue ITT 20th April 2023 - Return of ITT submissions 28th June 2023, potentially with a Bidders Conference week commencing 8th May 2023. (Please note these dates maybe subject to change following evaluation of PQQ's). ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/59e02ed9-587b-4df7-ae39-3ae46afc5785 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Other - Exempt Procurement Under Restricted Procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 20 Jan 2023 | | Submission deadline | 14 Feb 2023 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 28 Apr 2024 - 31 Mar 2028 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £10,000,000 | | 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 - 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment ### Codes - 32000000 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment ## Release History - 20 Jan 2023 at 12:41 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/59e02ed9-587b-4df7-ae39-3ae46afc5785 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/59e02ed9-587b-4df7-ae39-3ae46afc5785 20th January 2023 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - http://NA Additional Info: Re - PQQ & ITT - https://contracts.mod.uk/esop/guest/go/opportunity/detail?opportunityId=55548 DSP Opportunity Listing ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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