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title: "TRANSPARENCY NOTICE for Contract Award - A Framework Agreement for the provision of one Portable Pilotage Unit (PPU), compatible with the existing Portable Pilotage System at HMNB Portsmouth, to include a maintenance and support service"
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# TRANSPARENCY NOTICE for Contract Award - A Framework Agreement for the provision of one Portable Pilotage Unit (PPU), compatible with the existing Portable Pilotage System at HMNB Portsmouth, to include a maintenance and support service

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ed2fce38-d76d-47f3-85ea-e7887ff7581f

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence has announced the award of a framework agreement for the provision of one Portable Pilotage Unit (PPU), with an associated maintenance and support service, at HMNB Portsmouth. This contract, valued at £32,472, is categorised under portable computers (CPV code: 30213100). The contract period began on 13th December 2019 and is set to conclude on 31st March 2021. The procurement method utilised was a direct single tender action, indicative of a streamlined process given the contract value being below the specified threshold.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in technology and support services related to portable computing solutions. Companies with experience in providing maintenance and support for similar systems, particularly those familiar with maritime or defence environments, would be well-positioned to engage in future procurement processes related to advancements in pilotage technology and services. This contract could also serve as a reference for businesses looking to expand their footprint in the public sector market.

## Notice

TRANSPARENCY NOTICE for Contract Award - A Framework Agreement for the provision of one Portable Pilotage Unit (PPU), compatible with the existing Portable Pilotage System at HMNB Portsmouth, to include a maintenance and support service

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/56e1245a-7142-4466-98aa-b24ba13811c6 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Dec 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Dec 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Dec 2019 |
| Contract period | 13 Dec 2019 - 31 Mar 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £32,472 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £32,472 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1A 2HB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | INSHORE SYSTEMS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

### Codes

- 30213100 - Portable computers

## Release History

- 17 Dec 2019 at 15:43 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/56e1245a-7142-4466-98aa-b24ba13811c6

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/56e1245a-7142-4466-98aa-b24ba13811c6
  17th December 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/268ad2da-8c4b-420d-8af0-d8236be3397c
  700009974-1 Contract

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