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title: "Provision of Base Situation Awareness Equipment and accompanying Support"
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# Provision of Base Situation Awareness Equipment and accompanying Support

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, COMBAT AIR, UNMANNED AIR SYSTEMS (UAS) TEAM  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a7fb721e-8452-4421-bf81-55078eebf3d4

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence's Combat Air, Unmanned Air Systems (UAS) Team is seeking suppliers for the provision of Base Situation Awareness Equipment. This tender, titled "Provision of Base Situation Awareness Equipment and accompanying Support," falls under the goods category and primarily focuses on unmanned aerial vehicles. The tender period is open until 10th January 2018, with a total contract value of £2,000,000. The intended contract period will commence on 26th March 2018 and conclude on 1st April 2020, with delivery addresses located in the South West region of the United Kingdom.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in unmanned aerial technology and related support services, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Companies equipped to provide Tethered Unmanned Air Systems, along with training and maintenance support, would be well-placed to compete for this contract. Engaging in this tender could bolster market presence and offer potential collaborations within the defence sector, paving the way for future business growth.

## Notice

The MoD is intending to procure up to 14 Tethered Unmanned Air Systems (UAS). The requirement is to supply equipment that can provide a persistent 360 degree situational awareness from an elevated position. With a minimum endurance of 12 hours. Some organic spares/repairs pack/s will also be required, along with the potential requirement to repair any equipment returned by the Authority. A train the trainer course must be provided to support user/maintainer training. 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: Unmanned Aerial Vehicles.'.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f7771a1e-63a3-4974-a8eb-c5ad574af060 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Dec 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Jan 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 25 Mar 2018 - 1 Apr 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,000,000 |
| 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, COMBAT AIR, UNMANNED AIR SYSTEMS (UAS) TEAM |
| 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

### Codes

- 35613000 - Unmanned aerial vehicles

## Release History

- 15 Dec 2017 at 12:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f7771a1e-63a3-4974-a8eb-c5ad574af060

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f7771a1e-63a3-4974-a8eb-c5ad574af060
  15th December 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

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