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title: "Bird Detection System (BDS) at RAF Lossiemouth"
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# Bird Detection System (BDS) at RAF Lossiemouth

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c76c1ef3-623e-495f-b778-8320d4d01289

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence is currently engaged in the procurement of a Bird Detection System (BDS) at RAF Lossiemouth, focusing on aviation ground support software development services. The procurement is at the tender stage, with the current tender period set to close on 6th January 2022. The total value of this contract is £1,420,000, and the contract is expected to commence on 1st April 2022, lasting until 31st March 2027. Interested suppliers can deliver their proposals to multiple locations, including the UK and European territories.

This opportunity presents significant growth potential for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in software development for aviation support. Companies with expertise in developing aviation ground support systems would find this tender particularly relevant. As the procurement method is selective, businesses may need to showcase their qualifications and experience to compete effectively. Engaging in this contract could help businesses broaden their portfolio and strengthen their ties within the defence sector.

## Notice

This is notice of the Bird Detection System (BDS) at RAF Lossiemouth Pre-Quantification Question Stage.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/03dae850-acc9-4429-8391-8398a871ae76 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Nov 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Jan 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2022 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,420,000 |
| 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 | HIGH WYCOMBE |
| Post town | Hemel Hempstead |
| Postcode | HP14 4UE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ13 Buckinghamshire |
| Local authority | Buckinghamshire |
| Electoral ward | Ridgeway West |
| Westminster constituency | Mid Buckinghamshire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 72212131 - Aviation ground support software development services

## Release History

- 30 Nov 2021 at 08:52 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/03dae850-acc9-4429-8391-8398a871ae76
- 25 Nov 2021 at 13:31 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/03dae850-acc9-4429-8391-8398a871ae76
- 25 Nov 2021 at 13:29 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/03dae850-acc9-4429-8391-8398a871ae76

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/03dae850-acc9-4429-8391-8398a871ae76
  30th November 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/cd6506b8-76da-4f75-b10c-6ff7d103045f
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/787c0b4d-cbbf-4cff-84d5-74270d0c9144
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/4b557b8d-7c98-485c-84c4-5855220e6749
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e59c9c49-48b6-4e65-b212-ca95840fe395
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/5db9c87a-b3a0-4881-be7d-a731c9382515
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/299317aa-161d-4ea3-b1c5-7d1e2de2a014
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