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title: "GB-Bristol: Procurement of Quick Engine Change Slings"
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# GB-Bristol: Procurement of Quick Engine Change Slings

Buyer: SIOBHAN FAHEY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cc207be2-03ab-4cd5-b3a8-10c242aad582

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the Ministry of Defence in Bristol, which is seeking bids for the "Procurement of Quick Engine Change Slings" under the category of goods, specifically identified by the CPV code for slings. The tender is currently active and utilizes a selective procurement method, employing an accelerated negotiated procedure. The tender period is set to conclude on 10 May 2019, while the contract is scheduled to commence on 24 May 2019 and run until 9 September 2019. The estimated value of this procurement is £113,000, with a minimum threshold of £10,000.

This tender represents a unique opportunity for businesses specialising in engineering and manufacturing, particularly those with capabilities in custom equipment and components, to engage with a key governmental authority. Companies experienced in quick-engine change solutions or those that can demonstrate proprietary technology may find themselves well-suited to participate. As this is a single-source procurement awarded to Didsbury Engineering Ltd due to their status as the original equipment manufacturer, the competitive landscape may be limited, yet it offers specialised contractors the chance to establish their credentials within a critical sector.

## Notice

Quick Engine Change Slings- Single Source procurement awarded to Didsbury Engineering Ltd, due to it being a one-off purchase and Didsbury are the OEM who own the copyright. 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 'GB-Bristol: Procurement of Quick Engine Change Slings'.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5cfea32a-37fd-43eb-a626-bd0a09572e7f |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Accelerated negotiated procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Apr 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 10 May 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 23 May 2019 - 9 Sep 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £113,000 |
| 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 | SIOBHAN FAHEY |
| 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 | TLJ South East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

### Codes

- 39541220 - Slings

## Release History

- 30 Apr 2019 at 14:54 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5cfea32a-37fd-43eb-a626-bd0a09572e7f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5cfea32a-37fd-43eb-a626-bd0a09572e7f
  30th April 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

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