--- title: "CUES (Complex Underwater Environmental Sensor) - CN" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-c63a1bec-78d9-4af1-9f28-b4ef6543b229" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-c63a1bec-78d9-4af1-9f28-b4ef6543b229" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c63a1bec-78d9-4af1-9f28-b4ef6543b229.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c63a1bec-78d9-4af1-9f28-b4ef6543b229.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE" published: "2021-06-29" --- # CUES (Complex Underwater Environmental Sensor) - CN Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c63a1bec-78d9-4af1-9f28-b4ef6543b229 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-c63a1bec-78d9-4af1-9f28-b4ef6543b229) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c63a1bec-78d9-4af1-9f28-b4ef6543b229.json) ## Summary The Ministry of Defence is seeking expressions of interest for a tender titled "CUES (Complex Underwater Environmental Sensor) - CN", aimed at supplying a sophisticated underwater environmental sensor for Astute Class Submarines. This procurement is classified under the CPV code for submarines and is currently in the tender stage, with a deadline for submissions set for 30th July 2021. The contract is expected to run from 31st March 2022 to 31st March 2027, with a total estimated value of £20 million. Potential providers must meet stringent eligibility criteria including having Provisional List X status to access sensitive information. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the defence and underwater technology sectors, particularly those with capabilities in system development and integration for military applications. Small to medium enterprises (SMEs) that can demonstrate compliance with UK defence standards, cybersecurity requirements, and the ability to deliver end-to-end support packages may find this an ideal opportunity to expand their operations. Successful bidders will play a key role in enhancing the operational capabilities of the UK's naval forces. ## Notice The Ministry of Defence (MOD) are considering a requirement for an Complex Underwater Environmental Sensor (CUES) on Astute Class Submarines. Expressions of Interests are sought from Potential Providers that have the capability to supply this system to be delivered in accordance with the Systems Requirements document, which will be issued with the Invitation to Negotiate (ITN). The anticipated system will be common as possible (with COTs/ MOTs), bespoke as necessary and provide the following high level requirements: - Ice Keel avoidance - Ice canopy mapping - Seabed mapping - Mine Avoidance The Supplier must be a UK list-x Supplier (or able to obtain Provisional UK list-x status by ITT issue date) able to: - Plan the development of the potential system, manufacture, integration into Astute submarines, testing and trials in line with UK defence standards. - Offer a follow on support package to maintain their supplied system's operational capability in line with UK defence Integrated Support Standards. Potential Providers are to note that in order to fulfil this requirement, the chosen supplier will be exposed to and required to safeguard national sensitive information/data bearing a security classification up to and including SECRET UK EYES ONLY. The Authority therefore requires Potential Providers to have Provisional List X status to manage these security requirements throughout the entire supply chain by the ITT issue date. Potential Providers who do not meet this minimum eligibility criteria will be sifted out during DPQQ evaluation stage. The use of the Contracting, Purchasing & Finance (CP&F) system is a mandatory requirement for this Contract, the Authority must be assured that you have the technical ability to trade electronically and connect to the CP&F system. If this assurance is not provided Potential Providers will be sifted out during DPQQ evaluation stage. Potential Providers are to confirm that they can deliver a Safety and Environmental Case Report in accordance with DMR02, DEF Stan 00-055 and DEF Stan 00-056. This forms part of the minimum eligibility criteria and any Potential Provider who cannot confirm compliance with this will be sifted out during DPQQ evaluation stage. The Authority requires Potential Providers to comply with the Mandatory Selection Criterion for the Government's Cyber Essentials Scheme. Failure to comply will lead to Potential Providers being sifted out at DPQQ evaluation stage. In relation to Health and Safety the Authority will exclude Potential Bidders that have been in receipt of enforcement/remedial action orders unless the bidder can demonstrate to the Authority's satisfaction that appropriate remedial action has been taken to prevent future occurrences or breaches. Further information regarding exclusion criteria, minimum standards and criteria for down selecting Potential Providers can be found within the DPQQ and supporting document 'CUES DPQQ Potential Provider Guidance'. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a09c9806-8a83-4af8-8aab-280e80d0a53e | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Not specified | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Other - Exempt Competitive Negotiated | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 29 Jun 2021 | | Submission deadline | 30 Jul 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 30 Mar 2022 - 31 Mar 2027 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £20,000,000 | | 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 | | 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 | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment ### Codes - 35512000 - Submarines - 35512200 - Attack submarine nuclear fuelled ## Release History - 29 Jun 2021 at 12:25 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a09c9806-8a83-4af8-8aab-280e80d0a53e ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a09c9806-8a83-4af8-8aab-280e80d0a53e 29th June 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://contracts.mod.uk/esop/guest/go/opportunity/detail?opportunityId=51674 DSP Opportunity link containing DPQQ - https://contracts.mod.uk Link to eSourcing Portal ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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