--- title: "Request for Information - Conventional Vehicle systems Post Design Services" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-9cf5fcf8-9ed8-4f9d-b55a-17569f04b7f4" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-9cf5fcf8-9ed8-4f9d-b55a-17569f04b7f4" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9cf5fcf8-9ed8-4f9d-b55a-17569f04b7f4.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9cf5fcf8-9ed8-4f9d-b55a-17569f04b7f4.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE" published: "2021-04-07" --- # Request for Information - Conventional Vehicle systems Post Design Services Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9cf5fcf8-9ed8-4f9d-b55a-17569f04b7f4 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-9cf5fcf8-9ed8-4f9d-b55a-17569f04b7f4) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9cf5fcf8-9ed8-4f9d-b55a-17569f04b7f4.json) ## Summary The Ministry of Defence is seeking submissions for a Request for Information regarding Conventional Vehicle Systems Post Design Services. This procurement process is at the planning stage, with a key engagement end date set for 14th May 2021. The opportunity is categorised under reconnaissance and patrol vehicles and includes additional classifications such as command and liaison vehicles, and development of military vehicles. The engagement aims to gather insights from the market prior to formal contracting initiatives and is based in Bristol, South West England. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in military vehicle design, systems development, and operational support. Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, as the buyer is keen to explore diverse capabilities and expertise in this field. By engaging in this RFI process, businesses can position themselves favourably for upcoming contracts and showcase their ability to meet the operational needs outlined by the Ministry of Defence. ## Notice Conventional Vehicle Systems Post Design Services Request for Information. The Authority (DE&S) is considering the appointment of a single Design Authority (DA) for the legacy platforms detailed in the attachment. This Request For Information (RFI) is therefore being issued prior to the commencement of any such formal requirement, and/or associated Contract Notice being issued through the Defence Sourcing Portal (DSP), with a view to obtaining comments from Industry on this proposal. The proposed Roles, Responsibilities and Obligations (RR&O) of the single DA in this context are as outlined in the attachment. In engaging the market at this stage, the Authority seeks to better understand the appetite and capability for undertaking such a role; whether this is considered feasible; and the early identification of any associated risks, issues or concerns - including any constraints - such as Intellectual Property (IP). The Authority intends to follow this RFI with a 'virtual' Industry Day prior to publication of any formal Contract Notice. Additional information: For full details please see attached RFI. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0f8067c2-9b89-4315-8696-b7c860cadf7f | | Notice type | Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Not specified | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 7 Apr 2021 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 14 May 2021 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | 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 | Planning | | 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 - 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ### Codes - 35412400 - Reconnaissance and patrol vehicles - 35412500 - Command and liaison vehicles - 73423000 - Development of military vehicles ## Release History - 7 Apr 2021 at 15:05 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0f8067c2-9b89-4315-8696-b7c860cadf7f - 7 Apr 2021 at 14:34 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f155dfe5-ee07-440c-b023-23c0c30f3700 - 1 Apr 2021 at 10:06 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ef0af836-a9c6-4458-bb7c-ea53cbda1d1f ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0f8067c2-9b89-4315-8696-b7c860cadf7f 7th April 2021 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f155dfe5-ee07-440c-b023-23c0c30f3700 7th April 2021 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ef0af836-a9c6-4458-bb7c-ea53cbda1d1f 1st April 2021 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/774c1573-4b52-4e9b-800f-1991fe43a7b2 Request for Information - https://www.contracts.mod.uk/esop/toolkit/opportunity/opportunityDetail.do?opportunityId=51037&oppList=CURRENT Opportunity Listing ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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