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title: "704022450 Type 31 Surface Ship Torpedo Defence (SSTD)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-033ec5"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE"
published: "2022-05-24"
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# 704022450 Type 31 Surface Ship Torpedo Defence (SSTD)

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-033ec5

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence (MoD) is undertaking a procurement process for the acquisition of "704022450 Type 31 Surface Ship Torpedo Defence (SSTD)" products, specifically the Sonar 2170 SSTD Fit-to-Receive (FTR) kits, which are to be integrated onto the Type 31 Frigates. This procurement falls under the goods category within the electronic warfare systems and countermeasures industry. The process is currently in the award stage, with the contract having been signed on 24th May 2022, and a total contract value of £600,000. The procurement was conducted using a limited method, specifically negotiated without the publication of a contract notice, as Ultra Electronics Limited was identified as the sole supplier capable of meeting the MoD's specific requirements.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in high-tech defence systems, particularly those with expertise in providing defence-related electronic equipment. Companies that specialise in advanced sonar technologies, systems integration, or electronic warfare will find this contract particularly relevant. The focus on interoperability with existing systems highlights a need for suppliers who can demonstrate innovation and capability in sophisticated military applications, thereby enhancing their potential for growth within the defence sector.

## Notice

Ship Acquisition, which is part of the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) proposes to place a contract with Ultra Electronics Limited for the provision of three Sonar 2170 SSTD Fit-to-Receive (FTR) kits. The SSTD kits are to be integrated onto the Type 31 Frigates.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Ship Acquisition, which is part of the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) proposes to place a contract with Ultra Electronics Limited for the provision of three Sonar 2170 SSTD Fit-to-Receive (FTR) kits. The SSTD kits are to be integrated onto the Type 31 Frigates.

### Procurement Information

The equipment to be supplied is Fit-to-Receive kits for the Sonar 2170 SSTD which the MoD owns and utilises across UK MOD Platforms. Therefore, it is a key requirement that it is interoperable with the existing Sonar 1270 SSTD currently utilised. Ultra Electronics Limited has been identified as the only supplier capable of fulfilling this requirement as they are the sole manufacturer of the FTR kits and are the sole supplier holding specific technical data required for the performance of the contract.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014368-2022 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Negotiated without publication of a contract notice |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 May 2022 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 May 2022 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £600,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| 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 |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ULTRA ELECTRONICS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 35730000 - Electronic warfare systems and counter measures

## Release History

- 24 May 2022 at 15:08 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014368-2022

## Notice URLs

- https://des.mod.uk

## Provenance

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