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title: "LAPDS Defence Opportunity"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE"
published: "2022-11-04"
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# LAPDS Defence Opportunity

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-db6fd494-85f1-49e6-aba8-14eb303a9633

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence has initiated a tender process for the procurement of Light and Power Distribution Systems under the title "LAPDS Defence Opportunity". This procurement falls under the goods category with a value of £2,500,000 in GBP. The tender is in the selective procurement method stage, following a restricted procedure above the threshold. The tender period ends on 9th December 2022, with a contract period starting from 21st March 2023 until 21st March 2025. The procurement is open to Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise (VCSE) organisations. The procurement is being conducted by the Ministry of Defence based in Bristol, England.

This procurement opportunity offers a chance for businesses specialising in Voltage-control systems to compete for a significant contract with the Ministry of Defence. Companies based in the United Kingdom and internationally can participate, as the delivery addresses include various regions such as the British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the Rest of the World. Businesses that can fulfil the requirements of the tender, focusing on innovation and reliability in Light and Power Distribution Systems, are well-suited to pursue growth prospects through this competitive opportunity. With key dates and clear guidelines provided, interested entities can prepare their bids to enhance their business portfolios and establish valuable partnerships with the Ministry of Defence.

## Notice

Notice of PQQ for the procurement of Light and Power Distribution Systems

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/555676ea-312e-4398-b873-d72bef0fc485 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Nov 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Dec 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 21 Mar 2023 - 21 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,500,000 |
| 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

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

### Codes

- 31161900 - Voltage-control systems

## Release History

- 4 Nov 2022 at 09:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/555676ea-312e-4398-b873-d72bef0fc485

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/555676ea-312e-4398-b873-d72bef0fc485
  4th November 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://contracts.mod.uk
  Link to eSourcing Portal

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