---
title: "Challenger 3 Active Protection System Phase 2A Trials"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02f2c8"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE"
published: "2021-11-02"
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# Challenger 3 Active Protection System Phase 2A Trials

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02f2c8

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Challenger 3 Active Protection System Phase 2A Trials" has been conducted by the Ministry of Defence in the United Kingdom. This contract falls under the category of military aircraft testing and evaluation services, with a procurement method classified as limited, meaning it was awarded without prior publication of a call for competition. The award date was 20th October 2021, and the total contract value is £4,491,205. The trials are to be carried out in the UK, specifically in Bristol.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in defence services, particularly those specialising in military technology and testing. Companies that are able to provide advanced systems for defence applications or have expertise in conducting trials for military equipment would be well-suited to compete for future opportunities in similar procurement processes. The active involvement of a reputable buyer like the Ministry of Defence indicates a commitment to investing in innovative defence solutions, creating a conducive environment for business growth.

## Notice

Not applicable

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Conduct trials to build evidence required for the Authority's governance processes

### Procurement Information

An exemption from Regulation 7(1)(a) of the DSPCR in conjunction with Article 346 (1)(a) TFEU

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027482-2021 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Nov 2021 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Oct 2021 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £4,491,205 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Not specified |
| Postcode | N/A |
| Country | Not specified |
| ITL 1 | Not specified |
| ITL 2 | Not specified |
| ITL 3 | Not specified |
| Local authority | Not specified |
| Electoral ward | Not specified |
| Westminster constituency | Not specified |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | RAFAEL ADVANCED DEFENSE SYSTEMS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73435000 - Test and evaluation of military aircrafts, missiles and spacecrafts

## Release History

- 2 Nov 2021 at 22:45 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027482-2021

## Notice URLs

- https://des.mod.uk

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