---
title: "ADEWS/078 GAFE"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02ec96"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE"
published: "2021-10-15"
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# ADEWS/078 GAFE

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02ec96

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## Summary

The procurement process pertains to a Support & Maintenance Contract for the former German Air Force Equipment (GAFE), I-BAND, Threat Simulator & Microwave Link, initiated by the Ministry of Defence, United Kingdom. This tender, classified under the Repair and maintenance services category, is currently in the Award stage. The contract has a value of £841,335 and was signed on 2nd March 2020, while the proposal was received on 15th October 2021. The procurement method employed is selective, with restricted access for bidders, ensuring that only qualified entities can participate in the tender process. The main location for the project will be Bedfordshire, UK.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses operating within the defence services sector, particularly those specialising in repair and maintenance services for military equipment. Companies with expertise in electronic warfare systems, simulation technologies, or similar fields would be well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in this procurement may help businesses not only grow their portfolio but also establish or reinforce relationships with a key governmental organisation like the Ministry of Defence, enhancing future collaborative opportunities.

## Notice

Support & Maintenance Contract for former German Air Force Equipment (GAFE), I-BAND, Threat Simulator & Microwave Link.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025897-2021 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Oct 2021 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Mar 2020 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £841,335 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | BEDFORDSHIRE |
| Post town | Stevenage |
| Postcode | SG16 6DN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH25 Central Bedfordshire |
| Local authority | Central Bedfordshire |
| Electoral ward | Clifton, Henlow & Langford |
| Westminster constituency | Hitchin |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BABCOCK INTERNATIONAL GROUP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

## Release History

- 15 Oct 2021 at 21:44 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025897-2021

## Provenance

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