---
title: "Small Open Architecture Oceanographic AUV"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-030e2e"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE"
published: "2022-03-22"
---

# Small Open Architecture Oceanographic AUV

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-030e2e

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## Summary

The procurement process, initiated by the Ministry of Defence based in Portsmouth, UK, involves the acquisition of a Small Open Architecture Oceanographic AUV, classified under unmanned underwater vehicles. The tender is currently active and follows an open procurement method, with a total contract value of £137,500. Key dates include a submission deadline on 22nd February 2022, with the award period starting on the same date. The procurement is in the active stage, focusing on the development of a lightweight Autonomous Underwater Vehicle (AUV) intended for military data gathering and sensor system testing.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses within the defence and technology sectors, particularly those specialising in unmanned vehicles, sensors, and marine technology. Companies that can deliver innovative solutions for autonomous systems and have experience working in defence contracts are well-positioned to compete. This initiative not only aims to enhance the capabilities of the Ministry of Defence but also fosters collaboration with small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the UK, supporting their growth through government contracts.

## Notice

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## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007795-2022 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

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

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £137,500 |
| Lots value | £137,500 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £94,065 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | PORTSMOUTH |
| 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 | PLANET OCEAN |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 35512400 - Unmanned underwater vehicles

## Release History

- 22 Mar 2022 at 17:43 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007795-2022
- 21 Jan 2022 at 22:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001941-2022

## Notice URLs

- http://www.contracts.mod.uk
- https://www.contracts.mod.uk

## Provenance

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