--- title: "RFI0039 RN Modular/Containerised ASW Concepts" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-dfc93ea6-25a7-47e0-ac53-f1467e68272e" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-dfc93ea6-25a7-47e0-ac53-f1467e68272e" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-dfc93ea6-25a7-47e0-ac53-f1467e68272e.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-dfc93ea6-25a7-47e0-ac53-f1467e68272e.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE" published: "2024-05-29" --- # RFI0039 RN Modular/Containerised ASW Concepts Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-dfc93ea6-25a7-47e0-ac53-f1467e68272e [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-dfc93ea6-25a7-47e0-ac53-f1467e68272e) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-dfc93ea6-25a7-47e0-ac53-f1467e68272e.json) ## Summary The Ministry of Defence has issued a procurement opportunity titled "RFI0039 RN Modular/Containerised ASW Concepts" in the military research and technology industry category. This tender, at the planning stage, seeks engagement from industry experts in providing Remote or Autonomous Anti-Submarine Warfare SENSING capabilities. The engagement end date is set for 14th June 2024. This tender presents an opportunity for businesses with expertise in acoustic ASW solutions to contribute their capabilities for potential deployment in Modular/Containerised 20ft ISO containers. Responses in the form of White Papers are requested, detailing sensor capabilities and ancillary equipment suitable for deployment. SMEs with innovative technologies and experience in underwater defense systems are well-suited to participate in this competitive procurement process led by the Ministry of Defence. ## Notice RFI0039 - RN Modular/Containerised ASW Concepts This RFI is not a bidding opportunity but a means by which industry can provide information. Any resulting procurement activity will be conducted competitively. The Royal Navy is seeking to gain information from Industry as to Remote or Autonomous Anti-Submarine Warfare SENSING capabilities that could be hosted within a Modular/Containerised 20ft ISO (or series of ISO containers) for deployment from a Common Medium sized Uncrewed Surface Vessel (C-MUSV ~40M vessel). Note this is NOT an RFI for the vessel/platform itself. Responses (White Papers) of no more than 5 pages are requested explaining the sensor or sensors and ancillary equipment which could be deployed (remotely or autonomously). Specifically, the RN is seeking to understand acoustic ASW solutions that are 'Frigate-lite' in capability parameters, it should be noted that unlike ASW Frigates, the host USV may not be acoustically quietened or clad. Alternative Non-Acoustic sensing options are also of interest but would need to represent a detection capability equal to current active/passive detection ranges or would need to be hosted complimentary to an acoustic solution. Where possible an indication of Technology Readiness Level, Detection Ranges (against indicative SSK/SSN like threats), likely Integration requirements with the host platform, C2 requirements (ashore or afloat to conduct 'Process Exploitation and Dissemination' of the data) and very ROM costs would be useful as well as indicative timeline to deliver a potential demonstrator. Please complete Annex A of the attached document. Please note: This RFI is an information gathering exercise, no further discussions with industry are planned at this stage however any future procurement activity will be advertised in line with public procurement regulations on the Defence Sourcing Portal and Contracts Finder. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/482adcec-4c43-4f9a-ab83-f996c7bdd80b | | Notice type | Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Not specified | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 29 May 2024 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 14 Jun 2024 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planning | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE | | Locality | PORTSMOUTH | | Post town | Portsmouth | | Postcode | PO2 8BY | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight | | ITL 3 | TLJ31 Portsmouth | | Local authority | Portsmouth | | Electoral ward | Nelson | | Westminster constituency | Portsmouth North | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ### Codes - 73410000 - Military research and technology ## Release History - 29 May 2024 at 10:40 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/482adcec-4c43-4f9a-ab83-f996c7bdd80b - 30 Apr 2024 at 16:04 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2ddc632e-0e17-427d-b958-0823226dca98 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/482adcec-4c43-4f9a-ab83-f996c7bdd80b 29th May 2024 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2ddc632e-0e17-427d-b958-0823226dca98 30th April 2024 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/16d71eb9-1aac-4377-a6b9-8c5f61801802 RFI description, instructions and Annex A form for completion - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/9e69a6f0-d366-43ba-adc1-9bd616ce8c26 RFI description, instructions and Annex A form for completion (updated 29/05 to extend deadline) ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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