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title: "In-Service Support (ISS) of Auxiliary Navigation Sensors and Ship Air (ANSSA) Systems"
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# In-Service Support (ISS) of Auxiliary Navigation Sensors and Ship Air (ANSSA) Systems

Buyer: SECRETARY FOR STATE OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9dd7641d-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b

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## Summary

The Secretary of State for Defence is conducting a selective tender process for the In-Service Support (ISS) of Auxiliary Navigation Sensors and Ship Air (ANSSA) Systems. This procurement falls under the services category, specifically within the industry of navigational and meteorological instruments, with an estimated value of £7,000,000. The procurement is set in Scotland, and relevant submissions must be completed by 6th June 2016. The contract period is scheduled to commence on 30th June 2017 and will extend until 30th June 2024.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the sectors of sensor technology and naval support services, particularly those experienced in providing maintenance and repair services for maritime equipment. Companies that have expertise in navigational instruments, as well as those capable of supporting Royal Navy platforms, would be well-positioned to compete for this contract. Engaging in this procurement could enable firms to establish valuable connections within the defence sector and enhance their market presence.

## Notice

Text to be corrected in the original notice: Place of text to be modified: Section I.1) Instead of: DESShipsComrcl-MCS-CI-3a@mod.uk Read: DESShipsComrcl-MCS-3a@mod.uk Place of text to be modified: Section VI.4.1) Instead of: No Email Read: DESShipsComrcl-MCS-3a@mod.uk Place of text to be modified: Section II.1.5) Instead of: The Communications and Situational Awareness (CSA) section, within the Maritime Combat Systems Team, has a requirement for In-Service Support (ISS) of Auxiliary Navigation Sensors and Ship Air (ANSSA) Systems fitted to in-service Royal Navy platforms and the future QEC platforms. Read: The Communications and Situational Awareness (CSA) section, within the Maritime Combat Systems Team, has a requirement for In-Service Support (ISS) of Auxiliary Navigation Sensors and Ship Air (ANSSA) Systems fitted to in-service Royal Navy (RN) and Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA) platforms and the future QEC and MARS platforms. Place of text to be modified: List of Equipments Instead of: Lot 1: 1. Aircraft Ground Starting & Servicing (AGSS) - previous supplier Whippendell Marine Ltd. Read: Lot 1: 1. Aircraft Ground Starting & Servicing (AGSS) - previous supplier Whippendell Marine Ltd. 2. AGSS Cables - previous supplier Electronic Terminations Limited. 3. QEC Aircraft Converted Electronic Supplies (ACES) - supplied by Ultra PMES. Place of text to be modified: List of Equipments Instead of: Lot 2: 1. Ships Compass Transmission Systems (SCTS) - previous supplier Systems Engineering & Assessment Ltd 2. WINDGEAR (WSD) - current supplier Meggitt (UK) Ltd. 3. Meteorological Data Gathering System (MDGS) - current supplier Systems Engineering & Assessment Ltd. 4. Automated Upper Air Sounding System (AUASS) - current supplier Ultra Electronics Ltd. 5. Mag Compass - current supplier John Lilley & Gillie Ltd. Read: Lot 2: 1. Ships Compass Transmission Systems (SCTS) - previous supplier Ferranti Technologies Ltd. 2. WINDGEAR (WSD) - current supplier Meggitt (UK) Ltd. 3. Meteorological Data Gathering System (MDGS) - current supplier Systems Engineering & Assessment Ltd. 4. Automated Upper Air Sounding System (AUASS) - current supplier Ultra Electronics Ltd Sonar and Communication Systems. 5. Mag Compass and Sextants - current supplier John Lilley & Gillie Ltd. Place of text to be modified: Information about Lots Instead of: Title: Aircraft Ground Starting & Servicing (AGSS) 1)Short Description: Aircraft Ground Starting & Servicing (AGSS) - previous supplier Whippendell Marine Ltd. 5)Additional Information About Lots: Not Provided Read: Title: Aircraft Ground Power Systems 1)Short Description: 1. Aircraft Ground Starting & Servicing (AGSS) - previous supplier Whippendell Marine Ltd. 2. AGSS Cables - previous supplier Electronic Terminations Limited. 3. QEC Aircraft Converted Electronic Supplies (ACES) - supplied by Ultra PMES. 5)Additional Information About Lots: ACES was supplied under and is s 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-London: Sensors.'.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a0e517a6-32ed-4e11-9dea-f0fde264d1c7 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Negotiated procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Nov 2016 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Jun 2016 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 29 Jun 2017 - 30 Jun 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £7,000,000 |
| 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 | SECRETARY FOR STATE OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1A 2HB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment
- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 35125100 - Sensors
- 38100000 - Navigational and meteorological instruments
- 50640000 - Repair and maintenance services of warships

## Release History

- 18 Nov 2016 at 20:17 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a0e517a6-32ed-4e11-9dea-f0fde264d1c7

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a0e517a6-32ed-4e11-9dea-f0fde264d1c7
  2nd May 2016 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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