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title: "UEW/016: Asset Availability Service for Seafox Mine Disposal System"
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# UEW/016: Asset Availability Service for Seafox Mine Disposal System

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, SHIPS, MARITIME COMBAT SYSTEMS (MCS) TEAM  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-db98bd04-ec1c-43f1-a443-61f300e991dc

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence, Ships, Maritime Combat Systems (MCS) Team is currently conducting a tender for the asset availability service of the Seafox Mine Disposal System (MDS), titled "UEW/016: Asset Availability Service for Seafox Mine Disposal System." This procurement falls within the industry category of services, specifically focusing on unmanned underwater vehicles. The procurement process is at the tender stage, with a submission deadline set for 31st May 2019. The contract period will commence on 1st October 2019 and run for a duration of up to five years, concluding on 30th September 2024. The total estimated value for this contract is £25 million and the project is located in the South West region of the United Kingdom.

This opportunity presents significant prospects for businesses specialising in unmanned underwater vehicles and related services, particularly those capable of providing comprehensive support and maintenance over a multi-year contract duration. Companies with experience in maritime systems, defence contracting, and technology integration would be particularly well-suited to compete in this tender. Engaging with the Ministry of Defence in this competitive process could facilitate business growth and enhance capabilities in a pivotal sector.

## Notice

To replace the existing contract for the provision and support of the Seafox Mine Disposal System (MDS). on expiry, through competition, and place a new contract to satisfy the Authority's requirements for an asset availability service of Seafox MDS for a duration of up to 5 years. 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: Unmanned Underwater Vehicles.'.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0c66775b-7de0-439d-b580-7ca1764413c6 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Negotiated procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 May 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 31 May 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2019 - 30 Sep 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £25,000,000 |
| 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, SHIPS, MARITIME COMBAT SYSTEMS (MCS) TEAM |
| 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 | TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

### Codes

- 35512400 - Unmanned underwater vehicles

## Release History

- 3 May 2019 at 12:48 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0c66775b-7de0-439d-b580-7ca1764413c6

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0c66775b-7de0-439d-b580-7ca1764413c6
  3rd May 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

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