---
title: "FORMAL In Service Support Contract"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-028a34"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-028a34.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, LAND EQUIPMENT, SPECIAL PROJECTS SCM (SPSCM)"
published: "2021-01-14"
---

# FORMAL In Service Support Contract

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, LAND EQUIPMENT, SPECIAL PROJECTS SCM (SPSCM)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-028a34

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence, Land Equipment, Special Projects Supply Chain Management (SPSCM) in the United Kingdom is currently engaged in a tender for the "FORMAL In Service Support Contract." This contract, classified under the repair and maintenance services industry category, involves the servicing and maintenance of the FORMAL Platform, a Mini RCV that has been operational since 2014. Key details include the deadline for submitting responses, which will be visible after registering through the designated online platform. The procurement process follows the legal basis of CELEX Regulation 32014L0024 and is currently at the tendering stage.

This opportunity presents a significant avenue for business growth, particularly for companies specialising in repair and maintenance services, logistics support, and technical services associated with military equipment. Businesses that possess experience working with defence-related contracts and have a capability to manage ad hoc maintenance tasks will be well-positioned to compete effectively in this procurement process. Engaging with the tender could lead to long-term partnerships with the Ministry of Defence, further enhancing their market reach within the defence sector.

## Notice

This Contract Notice is for an In-Service Support Contract for the FORMAL Platform. FORMAL is a Mini RCV. This Contract consists of servicing and maintenance including an Ad Hoc Tasking Mechanism. FORMAL has been in service since 2014 and supported by the Original Equipment Manufacturer (QinetiQ Ltd) since.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000736-2021 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Jan 2021 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| 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 | Not specified |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, LAND EQUIPMENT, SPECIAL PROJECTS SCM (SPSCM) |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS34 8JH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire |
| Local authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Electoral ward | Stoke Park & Cheswick |
| Westminster constituency | Filton and Bradley Stoke |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

## Release History

- 14 Jan 2021 at 09:32 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000736-2021

## Notice URLs

- http://www.dcocontracts.mod.uk
- https://des.mod.uk/
- https://ted.europa.eu/udl?uri=TED:NOTICE:325242-2020:TEXT:EN:HTML
- https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-security-classifications

## Provenance

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