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title: "Support of the Vicon 78 Series 455 Counter Measure Dispensing System (CMDS)"
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# Support of the Vicon 78 Series 455 Counter Measure Dispensing System (CMDS)

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a22554a6-0237-4eeb-953a-3e59f4e863a6

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence has recently completed a procurement process titled "Support of the Vicon 78 Series 455 Counter Measure Dispensing System (CMDS)", which falls under the repair and maintenance services industry category. The procurement was conducted using a limited method, specifically a negotiated procedure without prior publication, and resulted in a contract valued at £1,624,189 GBP. The tender period concluded on 31st August 2021, with the contract effective from 1st September 2021, extending until 31st August 2024. This process was based in Bristol, England, and notable suppliers involved include Thales UK Limited.

This contract presents lucrative opportunities for businesses in the repair and maintenance sector, particularly those with expertise in military or aerospace systems. Companies that specialise in technological solutions and support services for defence applications, as well as those capable of managing complex contracts for long-term system support, would be well-suited to participate in similar tenders in the future. Engaging in such public contracts could facilitate business growth and enhance reputational leverage within the defence industry.

## Notice

Note: Transparency Notice for the through life support of the VICON 78 Series 455 Countermeasure Dispensing System(CMDS).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5a367bc7-cc1a-40bc-ae2a-fb870e4cae0a |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Negotiated procedure without prior publication (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Nov 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Aug 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Nov 2020 |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2021 - 31 Aug 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,624,189 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,624,189 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | THALES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

## Release History

- 23 Nov 2021 at 12:54 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5a367bc7-cc1a-40bc-ae2a-fb870e4cae0a
- 22 Nov 2021 at 13:16 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5a367bc7-cc1a-40bc-ae2a-fb870e4cae0a
- 22 Nov 2021 at 13:12 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5a367bc7-cc1a-40bc-ae2a-fb870e4cae0a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5a367bc7-cc1a-40bc-ae2a-fb870e4cae0a
  23rd November 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/9d8c57b4-be8a-48eb-b528-50a164e7f659
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/a7189ac1-3162-4435-a24b-9c468c661eac
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/6445586f-7edb-4883-9afe-92d26131e9e6
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d495de6a-53fc-43f6-9282-6cc5d5dd4bae

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