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title: "Invitation for Industry Participation in NATO Ship Design Capability Group"
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current_stage: "Planning"
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# Invitation for Industry Participation in NATO Ship Design Capability Group

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-bd5a52b3-86f4-4dea-a110-dc9f11a72a59

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence, acting as the buyer, has issued an Invitation for Industry Participation in the NATO Ship Design Capability Group. This opportunity falls under the industry category of Research and Development Services and Related Consultancy Services. The procurement process is currently in the planning stage, with a key milestone being the end date of engagement set for 31st October 2023. Interested parties are invited to participate in the SDCG Industry Symposium scheduled for 28th and 29th November 2023 in Ostende, Belgium.

This tender by the Ministry of Defence offers opportunities for businesses, particularly those involved in research and development services and consultancy. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are deemed suitable for this tender. Participating in this industry symposium can lead to networking opportunities with key stakeholders in the naval armaments sector, potentially paving the way for future collaborations and projects. Businesses with expertise in naval ship design and construction, as well as those interested in environmental policy requirements, are well-suited to compete for this tender.

## Notice

NATO NAVAL ARMAMENTS GROUP (NNAG) SHIP DESIGN CAPABILITY GROUP (SDCG) INVITATION FOR INDUSTRY PARTICIPATION SDCG INDUSTRY SYMPOSIUM - 28 & 29 November 2023 The NATO Ship Design Capability Group (SDCG) is seeking industry participation during their forthcoming Symposium in Ostende, Belgium, to inform and widen the interest and debate in specialist ship design and construction topics, stimulate discussion on NATO standards, policy and tools leading towards a refined focus for the SDCG programme(s) of work. In addition to the opportunity to share information, another benefit to industry might be a follow-up NIAG study proposal, sponsored by the SDCG that investigates a technology's benefit to adapt Naval Ship design in order to meet national and international environmental policy requirements. National Armament Directors Representatives (NADREPs) are encouraged to participate. For the avoidance of doubt, this notice is for information only. Neither the presentation nor discussions constitute any form of commitment and will not act as any form of pre-qualification exercise. Please see the attachment for further information and how to apply.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/81fb9acd-471e-48e3-adf0-f289ca48e850 |
| 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 | 20 Oct 2023 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 31 Oct 2023 |
| 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 | PORTSMOUTH |
| Post town | Portsmouth |
| Postcode | PO2 8BY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ31 Portsmouth |
| Local authority | Portsmouth |
| Electoral ward | Nelson |
| Westminster constituency | Portsmouth North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 20 Oct 2023 at 11:55 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/81fb9acd-471e-48e3-adf0-f289ca48e850

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/81fb9acd-471e-48e3-adf0-f289ca48e850
  20th October 2023 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d8348ab5-a721-41a4-99d9-2ee7f42c1a75
  Description and annex

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