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title: "Supply Chain Notice: Merlin Mk2 Radar"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE"
published: "2024-01-25"
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# Supply Chain Notice: Merlin Mk2 Radar

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c13acfdf-145f-4089-b328-7afbd5b0ba35

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence has issued a planning stage tender titled "Supply Chain Notice: Merlin Mk2 Radar" in the Radar industry category. The procurement process involves the extension of the lifespan of the Royal Navy Merlin HM Mk2 aircraft under a prime contract led by Lockheed Martin UK Limited. The engagement end date for expressions of interest is set for 18th February 2024, with all submissions to be emailed to merlin.osdep.sourcing.gr-lmuk@global.lmco.com.

This tender presents an opportunity for organisations in the radar solutions sector to compete for providing helicopter-based surface search capabilities for the Royal Navy Merlin HM Mk2. Businesses with expertise in radar technology, surveillance solutions, and maritime defence systems are well-suited to participate. The Ministry of Defence is the buying organisation for this procurement, with the overall aim of enhancing the capabilities of the Royal Navy through advanced radar solutions.

## Notice

It is anticipated the life of the Royal Navy Merlin HM Mk2 aircraft will be extended until at least 2040 under a prime contract led by Lockheed Martin UK Limited. Lockheed Martin is seeking Expressions of Interest from organisations wishing to be considered for qualification for the competitive procurement process for Radar solutions for the Royal Navy Merlin HM Mk2. The radar is to provide helicopter-based surface search for general maritime surveillance including small target detection/tracking, situational awareness and contribution to collision avoidance. Additional capabilities including air detection and over-land modes should be identified. Expressions of Interest should be limited to two pages, in English, containing the full contact details for the organisation in question with a single point of contact for any communications. Respondents to this notice may be required to demonstrate proven experience in similar contracts, details of financial status, core business and future development plans. Lockheed Martin reserves the right to restrict the number of bidders or to postpone or cancel the competitive process. Expressions of interest should be emailed to merlin.osdep.sourcing.gr-lmuk@global.lmco.com by no later than 18.02.2024.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a2709f06-799d-4fad-93f4-5747fb7295ec |
| Notice type | Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Jan 2024 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 18 Feb 2024 |
| 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 | HAVANT |
| Post town | Portsmouth |
| Postcode | PO9 1SW |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ35 South Hampshire |
| Local authority | Havant |
| Electoral ward | Havant St Faith's |
| Westminster constituency | Havant |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

### Codes

- 35722000 - Radar

## Release History

- 25 Jan 2024 at 14:11 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a2709f06-799d-4fad-93f4-5747fb7295ec

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a2709f06-799d-4fad-93f4-5747fb7295ec
  25th January 2024 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder

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