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title: "Support Contract for the FUJIKURA fibre optic fusion splicers"
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buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, ISTAR, AIR DEFENCE & ELECTRONIC WARFARE SYSTEMS"
published: "2017-06-19"
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# Support Contract for the FUJIKURA fibre optic fusion splicers

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, ISTAR, AIR DEFENCE & ELECTRONIC WARFARE SYSTEMS  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-92fd843d-4185-41bc-a973-c20ac92efab7

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence, ISTAR, Air Defence & Electronic Warfare Systems is currently inviting tenders for a support contract related to the calibration, maintenance, and repair of FUJIKURA fibre optic fusion splicers. This procurement falls under the services category, specifically within the air defence radar industry. The tender was published on 19th June 2017 and will remain open until 24th July 2017. The contract is set to begin on 15th August 2017 and will last until 14th August 2020, with delivery addresses including the United Kingdom and various British Overseas Territories.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in fibre optic technology and telecommunications services, particularly those equipped to provide maintenance and repair services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, making it an excellent chance for innovative firms to expand their portfolios within the defence sector. Businesses that have experience working with advanced technology and a robust understanding of fibre optic systems would be well-suited to compete for this contract.

## Notice

This contract is for the calibration, maintenance and repair of a number of FUJIKURA fibre optic fusion splicers and precision cleavers used in the network cable infrastructure of MOD. 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: Air defence radar.'.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c77aa2c8-0436-43e2-b963-7e76753a5eaa |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Jun 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Jul 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 14 Aug 2017 - 14 Aug 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| 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, ISTAR, AIR DEFENCE & ELECTRONIC WARFARE SYSTEMS |
| 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 | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 35723000 - Air defence radar

## Release History

- 19 Jun 2017 at 08:06 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c77aa2c8-0436-43e2-b963-7e76753a5eaa

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c77aa2c8-0436-43e2-b963-7e76753a5eaa
  19th June 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.contracts.mod.uk/delta/signup.html?userType=supplier

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