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title: "Radar Training System (RST) and Acoustic Sonar Trainer (AST) Support"
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# Radar Training System (RST) and Acoustic Sonar Trainer (AST) Support

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ef7584b4-9082-4d45-96e9-1a359d58e8c8

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Radar Training System (RST) and Acoustic Sonar Trainer (AST) Support" project, initiated by the Ministry of Defence, is currently in the award stage. This contract is classified under the services category, focusing on radar and sonar systems. The tender was published on 12th February 2021,with an active timeline running until the contract start date of 1st April 2021, and the end date set for 31st March 2023. The total contract value is £91,000, and the procurement method used was an open procedure, specifically targeting SMEs.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the defence and technology sectors, particularly those specialising in training systems and related support services. Companies with expertise in radar and sonar technologies will find the project well-suited to their capabilities. Additionally, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may benefit from this opportunity as the procurement explicitly encourages participation from SMEs. This could be an excellent avenue for growth for innovative firms looking to expand their portfolio within governmental contracts.

## Notice

A Cyber Risk Assessment has been raised for this requirement under RAR-UHDU44UA with a Cyber Risk Profile of N/A Off payroll working rules (IR35) do not apply to this requirement

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a8213b69-f016-4c0f-af9a-191c3b91cf2e |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Jun 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Mar 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Mar 2021 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2021 - 31 Mar 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £93,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £91,000 |
| 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 | 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 | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY PROJECTS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment
- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 35722000 - Radar
- 38113000 - Sonars

## Release History

- 21 Jun 2021 at 14:47 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a8213b69-f016-4c0f-af9a-191c3b91cf2e
- 12 Feb 2021 at 12:34 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e9cdce47-2463-4261-8937-488b0dc8f034

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a8213b69-f016-4c0f-af9a-191c3b91cf2e
  21st June 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e9cdce47-2463-4261-8937-488b0dc8f034
  12th February 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/6459cb4c-c56f-40f6-a2d0-6f7a2b4a3dae
  Invitation to Tender
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/de5c6386-87d5-4e38-9e87-0f68357e32db

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