--- title: "712313452 - SERPENS Acoustic Weapon Locating System" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-e8f1dfe8-ed25-4744-9d86-fd392fcd4234" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-e8f1dfe8-ed25-4744-9d86-fd392fcd4234" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e8f1dfe8-ed25-4744-9d86-fd392fcd4234.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e8f1dfe8-ed25-4744-9d86-fd392fcd4234.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE" published: "2025-02-20" --- # 712313452 - SERPENS Acoustic Weapon Locating System Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e8f1dfe8-ed25-4744-9d86-fd392fcd4234 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-e8f1dfe8-ed25-4744-9d86-fd392fcd4234) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e8f1dfe8-ed25-4744-9d86-fd392fcd4234.json) ## Summary The Ministry of Defence is inviting tenders for the supply of the SERPENS Acoustic Weapon Locating System, classified under the acoustic devices industry. This procurement aims to enhance the Warfighting Division's counter-fire capabilities. The tender is in the Tender stage and is set to close by 23 March 2025. The contract value ranges from £10,000,000 to £20,000,000, and the contract period extends from 18 September 2025 to 18 September 2030. The delivery locations include British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, the United Kingdom, and the Rest of the World. The procurement method will follow a restricted procedure above the threshold. This tender offers significant business growth potential, particularly for SMEs specialising in defence and acoustic technologies. Companies with expertise in developing and supplying advanced acoustic weapon locating systems can leverage this opportunity to secure a substantial long-term contract with the Ministry of Defence. This selective procurement process ensures that only qualified suppliers can participate, enabling them to engage in a competitive yet focused bidding environment. Businesses capable of meeting the technical and logistical requirements specified in the tender will find this an excellent opportunity to expand their market presence and contribute to national defence capabilities. ## Notice The Army has an enduring need for passive weapon locating capability to enhance battle winning counter fires and increase the Warfighting Division's lethality. Additional information: Suppliers Instructions How to Express Interest in this Tender: 1. Register your company on the eSourcing portal (this is only required once) - Browse to the eSourcing Portal - Click the "Click here to register" link - Accept the terms and conditions and click "continue" - Enter your correct business and user details - Note the username you chose and click "Save" when complete - You will shortly receive an email with your unique password (please keep this secure) 2. Express an Interest in the tender - Login to the portal with the username/password - Click the "PQQs Open to All Suppliers" link. (These are Pre-Qualification Questionnaires open to any registered supplier) - Click on the relevant PQQ to access the content. - Click the "Express Interest" button in the "Actions" box on the left-hand side of the page. - This will move the PQQ into your "My PQQs" page. (This is a secure area reserved for your projects only) - Click on the PQQ code, you can now access any attachments by clicking the "Settings and Buyer Attachments" in the "Actions" box 3. Responding to the tender - You can now choose to "Reply" or "Reject" (please give a reason if rejecting) - You can now use the 'Messages' function to communicate with the buyer and seek any clarification - Note the deadline for completion, then follow the onscreen instructions to complete the PQQ - There may be a mixture of online & offline actions for you to perform (there is detailed online help available) If you require any further assistance please consult the online help, or contact the eTendering help desk. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b7259c5b-95ad-424f-aedf-e3e858bcaf0b | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 20 Feb 2025 | | Submission deadline | 23 Mar 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 17 Sep 2025 - 18 Sep 2030 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £20,000,000 | | 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 | | Locality | ANDOVER | | Post town | Salisbury | | Postcode | SP11 8HJ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight | | ITL 3 | TLJ36 Central Hampshire | | Local authority | Test Valley | | Electoral ward | Andover Millway | | Westminster constituency | North West Hampshire | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment ### Codes - 32342400 - Acoustic devices ## Release History - 20 Feb 2025 at 15:21 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b7259c5b-95ad-424f-aedf-e3e858bcaf0b ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b7259c5b-95ad-424f-aedf-e3e858bcaf0b 20th February 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://contracts.mod.uk/go/001558880195233B6237 To access the PQQ please click the following link ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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