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title: "Supply & Support of Electro Optical Infra-Red Airborne Turrets"
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# Supply & Support of Electro Optical Infra-Red Airborne Turrets

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, ISTAR, OTHER  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b5fb80d9-58ef-45c2-a637-f9ac9c02982e

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence, specifically the ISTAR division, is currently conducting a tender process for the supply and support of Electro Optical Infra-Red (EOIR) airborne turrets. This opportunity falls under the goods category within the aircraft equipment industry and is located in Bristol, United Kingdom. The tender's estimated value is £100 million, with a minimum contract value of £20 million. The submission deadline for bids is 16 July 2018, and the contract is expected to commence on 31 January 2019, running until 31 January 2024, with an option for additional support up to five years.

This tender presents a significant growth opportunity for businesses specialising in advanced technology and aerospace equipment, especially those that can provide high-quality EOIR solutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as there may be possibilities for subcontracting or collaboration with larger firms in delivering comprehensive solutions. Companies that have experience in defence contracts and a strong capacity for innovation in technology would be well-placed to compete for this contract.

## Notice

The Authority is considering placing a contract for the supply of, and support for 40 Electro Optical Infra-Red (EOIR) high definition turrets over a 5-year period (with options for a further 20 units, and up to a further 5 x 1 years' support) to support airborne surveillance across several platforms. 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: Aircraft equipment.'.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fb1c717a-d962-4ceb-871c-9b5c7a642853 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Jun 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Jul 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Jan 2019 - 31 Jan 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000,000 |
| 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, ISTAR, OTHER |
| 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

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 34741000 - Aircraft equipment
- 50210000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to aircraft and other equipment

## Release History

- 17 Jun 2018 at 14:24 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fb1c717a-d962-4ceb-871c-9b5c7a642853

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fb1c717a-d962-4ceb-871c-9b5c7a642853
  17th June 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

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