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title: "CONTRACTS FINDER - OPPORTUNITY"
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# CONTRACTS FINDER - OPPORTUNITY

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ede6ff74-6f2a-4dd6-bf1f-8d249f397b3b

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence is currently conducting an open procurement process for a tender titled "CONTRACTS FINDER - OPPORTUNITY." This opportunity pertains to the procurement of unmanned underwater vehicles, classified under the CPV code 35512400. The tender period is set to conclude on 22nd February 2022, with a contract value of £137,500. The contract is scheduled to commence on 7th March 2022 and will run until 31st March 2024. The primary delivery address is located in the South West region of the United Kingdom, specifically with the postal code PL2 2BG.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in the manufacturing or supply of goods related to underwater vehicles. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, making this a fitting opportunity for those looking to expand their market share in advanced technology solutions. Competing businesses should have the capability to deliver innovative and robust products tailored to the specifications outlined in the tender documentation.

## Notice

Contracts Finder Opportunity Notice

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eac5053e-e6c2-4fd6-a766-81626ddb9904 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Jan 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Feb 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 7 Mar 2022 - 31 Mar 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £137,500 |
| 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 | 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 | TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 35512400 - Unmanned underwater vehicles

## Release History

- 21 Jan 2022 at 13:26 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eac5053e-e6c2-4fd6-a766-81626ddb9904

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eac5053e-e6c2-4fd6-a766-81626ddb9904
  21st January 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/48592405-c285-4741-a8c0-6b595c3966e3
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