--- title: "Portable Atmosphere Monitoring Systems (PAMS)" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-ce700767-021e-466f-bb4d-53639881aef5" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-ce700767-021e-466f-bb4d-53639881aef5" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ce700767-021e-466f-bb4d-53639881aef5.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ce700767-021e-466f-bb4d-53639881aef5.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, SUBMARINES, OTHER" published: "2020-05-16" --- # Portable Atmosphere Monitoring Systems (PAMS) Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, SUBMARINES, OTHER Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ce700767-021e-466f-bb4d-53639881aef5 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-ce700767-021e-466f-bb4d-53639881aef5) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ce700767-021e-466f-bb4d-53639881aef5.json) ## Summary The Ministry of Defence, Submarines, based in Bristol, is conducting a tender for the "Portable Atmosphere Monitoring Systems (PAMS)" aimed at maintaining and enhancing portable monitoring capabilities for the UK Armed Forces. This tender, published on 16 May 2020, is currently in the active stage and employs a selective procurement method using a negotiated procedure. Bids must be submitted by 12 June 2020, with the contract anticipated to commence on 31 January 2021 and run until 31 January 2026. The project's focus is on environmental monitoring systems, classified under CPV code 90711500, with an estimated total contract value of £17.3 million. This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in environmental monitoring technologies and support services. Companies capable of providing equipment that meets stringent compliance and safety regulations, alongside ongoing maintenance and obsolescence management, would be particularly well-suited to compete. Additionally, the contract emphasises the necessity for tenderers to have expertise in delivering reliable and efficient service to the UK Armed Forces, suggesting a competitive edge for established firms in the defence and environmental sectors. ## Notice In Sept 2021 the current support contract for the Portable Atmosphere Monitoring abilities to the UK Armed forces will end, leading to an impact in capability. The aim of the PAMS contract is to maintain specific Portable Monitoring capabilities post 2021 & set the conditions for a new support contract which will provide spares, maintenance, repairs & obsolescence identification The potential provider will be able to contract directly with SDA PEDT SMS to deliver this enduring capability to the UK Armed Forces Atmosphere Monitoring equipment is used across a broad range of platforms; their function is critical in maintaining a safe operating environment for personnel. Predominantly the monitors under this contract are portable pieces of equipment either carried or attached to personnel clothing. However, there are also two fixed monitors that form part of the requirement within this contract Monitors supported & any spares procured through the contract must comply with the Submarine Materials Toxicity Database. Ensuring that all materials used are compliant with the relevant legislation As PAMS are used across different platform types, where equipment is dual purpose the equipment must have the ability to provide the most accurate level of detection as specified within the User Requirements Document Tenderers will be required to maintain spares availability for specified monitors to meet platform demands Tenderers must be able to provide a service & maintenance capability for all specified monitors within the User Requirement Document (URD) Tenderers shall be responsible for obsolescence identification & be able to recommend appropriate fit, form & function replacement equipment, in conjunction with Subject Matter Experts from within the Authority. This replacement equipment will be required to be tested & accredited for use by the MoD through the applicable route as defined by the Authority at that time. Tenderers will be responsible to ensure that they are satisfied with the defined specification & scope of work required. Subsequent claims for additional cost or requests for extensions of time, which can be attributed to a lack of understanding by the supplier will not be considered Due to the nature of this equipment & its life safety status. Tenderers should make themselves aware of all relevant legislation & ensure that they are able to meet all of the legal requirements regarding this equipment, & its support & maintenance 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: Environmental monitoring other than for construction.'. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e6452ac8-6c9f-4ad8-8806-2d8742675da5 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Negotiated procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 16 May 2020 | | Submission deadline | 12 Jun 2020 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Jan 2021 - 31 Jan 2026 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £17,300,000 | | 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, SUBMARINES, OTHER | | 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 - 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services ### Codes - 90711500 - Environmental monitoring other than for construction - 90730000 - Pollution tracking and monitoring and rehabilitation ## Release History - 16 May 2020 at 07:20 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e6452ac8-6c9f-4ad8-8806-2d8742675da5 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e6452ac8-6c9f-4ad8-8806-2d8742675da5 16th May 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - http://www.contracts.mod.uk/delta/signup.html?userType=supplier ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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