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title: "PDM2 Technology Refresh"
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# PDM2 Technology Refresh

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, SHIPS, COMMUNICATIONS AND SITUATIONAL AWARENESS (CSA)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-bdbc7038-1113-46fe-ae18-ac6816b08c5b

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "PDM2 Technology Refresh" was initiated by the United Kingdom Ministry of Defence, specifically the Ships, Communications, and Situational Awareness (CSA) division. This contract, which is currently awarded, involves the development, manufacture, and installation of navigation equipment for Type 23 Frigates. The tender period ended on 7 February 2019, while the contract period stretches from the same date until 6 February 2022. Located in Bristol, the contract has a total value of approximately £7,337,033.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the defence and maritime sectors, particularly those specialising in navigation equipment and related services. Given the nature and scale of the project, large enterprises with expertise in defence technology and systems engineering would be well-suited to compete. Additionally, companies that can demonstrate capability in manufacturing complex systems may find valuable growth pathways through participation in similar procurement processes.

## Notice

The United Kingdom Ministry of Defence (the "Authority") intends to place a contract commencing on [12 October 2018] with Ultra Electronics Command and Sonar Systems (the "Company"). This contract will include development, manufacture and installation of a Technology Refresh solution for the PDM2 system currently fitted to Type 23 Frigates. 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: Navigation equipment.'.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fed81a11-00e3-41c9-a974-1d243506b144 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Feb 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Feb 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Feb 2019 |
| Contract period | 7 Feb 2019 - 6 Feb 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £7,337,033 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £7,337,033 |
| 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, SHIPS, COMMUNICATIONS AND SITUATIONAL AWARENESS (CSA) |
| 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) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ULTRA ELECTRONICS LIMITED COMMAND AND CONTROL SYSTEMS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34933000 - Navigation equipment

## Release History

- 17 Feb 2019 at 12:43 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fed81a11-00e3-41c9-a974-1d243506b144

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fed81a11-00e3-41c9-a974-1d243506b144
  17th February 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

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