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title: "CHC/656 Chinook Cargo Handling System (CCHS)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-03e35a"
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# CHC/656 Chinook Cargo Handling System (CCHS)

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-03e35a

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence, based in Bristol, United Kingdom, is seeking a supplier for the CHC/656 Chinook Cargo Handling System (CCHS) under the procurement exercise named "CHC/656 Chinook Cargo Handling System (CCHS)". This tender falls under the goods category with the main purpose of purchasing parts for helicopters. The procurement method is selective with a restricted process. The tender period ends on 18th August 2023.

This opportunity is suitable for businesses that specialise in supplying parts for helicopters and have experience in handling cargo systems. Interested parties can register their interest through the e-Tendering portal provided. Potential suppliers need to follow specific instructions to express interest, register on the eSourcing portal and comply with the stated deadlines. This tender presents a chance for businesses to contribute to supporting the Chinook CCHS at Forward by providing spares and support services as outlined in the Manufacturing Data Pack.

## Notice

Please provide a detailed description of the notice you are adding: The Chinook Cargo Handling System (CCHS) is a set of rollers bolted onto the ramp door at the rear of fuselage. The system provides a safe facility to carry, load and unload cargo while the aircraft is fitted with Ballistic Protection armoured panels on both the cabin floor and on the ramp area. An enabling support contract is required in support of the Chinook CCHS at Forward, consisting of: A) An initial purchase of spares for the CCHS B) A 2-year support contract for the provision of spares (via Tasking Order Process), as listed in the Manufacturing Data Pack (MDP) Support Tasked Activities may include, but not be limited to the following: a. Purchase of spare CCHS sets or parts of sets Technical Support c. Equipment Modification, Investigation and Implementation. d. Fault Investigation (The Contractor to undertake failure analysis, fault diagnosis & recommendation for further action). e. Proposal Preparation. f. Repair of the CCHS Sets. g. Associated support to the above. h. Logistics Support i. Support and redevelopment to the current CCHS storage and transportation equipment Obsolescence Management Service - The contractor shall provide an Obsolescence Management Service (OMS) covering the CCHS and its piece part spares. This will include an obsolescence monitoring service reporting at Annual Review with recommendations for future support including but not limited to Form Fit Function alternatives and Last Time Buys. Disposal Under additional tasking, The Contractor are to dispose of any redundant equipment as and when required. Please see Defence Sourcing Portal (DSP) for Tender Documentation. Available at https://www.contracts.mod.uk/esop/toolkit/opportunity/past/56456/detail.si?isOnModification=false&_ncp=1689005887787.115875-2 DPQQ available at: https://www.contracts.mod.uk/go/4407484001896DEFCA45

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020774-2023 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Jul 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Aug 2023 |
| 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 | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## 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 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34731700 - Parts for helicopters

## Release History

- 19 Jul 2023 at 11:59 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020774-2023

## Notice URLs

- https://www.contracts.mod.uk/esop/toolkit/opportunity/past/56456/detail.si?isOnModification=false&_ncp=1689005887787.115875-2
- https://www.contracts.mod.uk/go/4407484001896DEFCA45

## Provenance

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