--- title: "Supply Chain Notice: SYS-21-0021 Public Address (PA) System Upgrade" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-eaf7d85e-61f5-41d7-b0d3-2b8f2def762d" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-eaf7d85e-61f5-41d7-b0d3-2b8f2def762d" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-eaf7d85e-61f5-41d7-b0d3-2b8f2def762d.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-eaf7d85e-61f5-41d7-b0d3-2b8f2def762d.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE" published: "2023-03-13" --- # Supply Chain Notice: SYS-21-0021 Public Address (PA) System Upgrade Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-eaf7d85e-61f5-41d7-b0d3-2b8f2def762d [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-eaf7d85e-61f5-41d7-b0d3-2b8f2def762d) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-eaf7d85e-61f5-41d7-b0d3-2b8f2def762d.json) ## Summary The Ministry of Defence is planning a procurement process titled "Supply Chain Notice: SYS-21-0021 Public Address (PA) System Upgrade" for public address systems in HM Naval Base Portsmouth. The project involves replacing existing outdoor/indoor units and installing new ones, with an expected budget of approximately £3.5 - £4.5 million over a 36-month installation period. The buying organisation, Ministry of Defence, based in Portsmouth, United Kingdom, is seeking tenders from businesses for this project which is currently in the planning stage with an engagement end date set for 22nd March 2023. This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in public address systems to compete for a significant infrastructure upgrade project at HM Naval Base Portsmouth. Companies with experience in infrastructure asset management, public address system installation, and security vetting are well-suited to participate in this tender process. The nature of the location and security requirements necessitate contractors and subcontractors to hold specific security clearances and insurance levels, making it an attractive opportunity for established firms in the industry to showcase their capabilities and secure a long-term project. ## Notice The Tenderer should be aware that the works detailed in this package are constrained due to the nature of the location they are to be conducted in. Project location HM Naval Base Portsmouth The Contractor shall be expected to adhere by the HMNB site security requirements, all Contractors and Sub-Contractors shall be BPSS security vetted and will be required to hold the relevant site security passes. The Contractor shall be expected to hold the following levels of insurance PS10m Public Liability, PS10m Product Liability, PS5m Professional Indemnity. KBS Maritime - Introduction KBS Maritime is a joint venture between KBR and BAE Systems, bringing together two global players with a rich heritage of delivering excellence, innovation and reliability. The joint venture will combine the expertise of KBR as a global leader in infrastructure asset management and services with BAE Systems' experience and capability within Portsmouth Naval Base. KBS Maritime are delivering an ambitious, modern and enduring change to the Portsmouth Naval base infrastructure, securing investment in the local community and ensuring fit-for-purpose, world-leading fleet support for the Royal Navy and the UK in the decades ahead. Project Background- There is a requirement to carry out a site wide replacement of the existing Public Address (PA)/Emergency Notification system within HMNB Portsmouth. The project will consist of replacing approximately 140 existing outdoor/indoor units and installing approximately 25 new units. The system will be controlled from a newly constructed control room situated within the existing control room building. All redundant equipment to be removed. The approximate budget will be PS3.5 - PS4.5 million over an installation period of approximately 36 months, dependent on final programme. KBS Works Contract will be applicable to this project (this will be made available at ITT stage) Additional information: If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact Paul Homshaw - at Tenders@kbsmaritime.com to request a Pre-Qualification Questionnaire quoting ref PQQ- SYS-21-0020 CCTV System Upgrade ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f55bac44-20c9-47d9-8c1f-387e63f40f9f | | 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 | 13 Mar 2023 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 22 Mar 2023 | | 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 | ENGLAND | | Post town | Portsmouth | | Postcode | PO1 3NH | | 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 | Charles Dickens | | Westminster constituency | Portsmouth South | | Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 48 - Software package and information systems ### Codes - 48952000 - Public address systems ## Release History - 13 Mar 2023 at 13:55 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f55bac44-20c9-47d9-8c1f-387e63f40f9f ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f55bac44-20c9-47d9-8c1f-387e63f40f9f 13th March 2023 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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