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title: "712679450 - Electromagnetic Pulse Testing Capability (EMPTC) Prior Information Notice"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-049973"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE"
published: "2024-09-10"
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# 712679450 - Electromagnetic Pulse Testing Capability (EMPTC) Prior Information Notice

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-049973

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence is planning a procurement process for the development of an Electromagnetic Pulse Testing Capability (EMPTC), specifically focusing on Pulsed Current Injection (PCI) and Shield Effectiveness (SE) test capabilities. The procurement, classified under the CPV code 32233000 for Radio-frequency booster stations, is currently in the planning stage, with a future notice date set for 23rd September 2024. The contract is located in the South West region of the United Kingdom (UKK) and is valued at £3,000,000. This initiative aims to enhance the Ministry's testing capabilities, integrating PCI, SE, and Continuous Wave Immersion (CWI) functionalities through advanced software solutions. The Ministry is also seeking provision of expert-level training for users of the new capabilities, adhering to DSTAN 59-188 and MIL-STD-188-125 standards.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in the development and deployment of ruggedised, high-quality electrical testing equipment and sophisticated software solutions. Companies with expertise in data-transmission equipment and those capable of delivering comprehensive training programmes would be well-suited to compete for this contract. The Ministry of Defence's investment in such specialised technology indicates a substantial demand within the defence sector for reliable and advanced testing solutions, making this tender a valuable opportunity for businesses to showcase their capabilities and expand their market presence.

## Notice

712679450 - Electromagnetic Pulse Testing Capability (EMPTC): Pulsed Current Injection (PCI) and Shield Effectiveness (SE) test capabilities.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

There is a requirement to provide two high-quality, ruggedised and site deployable Pulsed Current Injection (PCI) and Shield Effectiveness (SE) test capabilities in accordance with DSTAN 59-188 and MIL-STD-188-125, which shall be fully automated (excluding pulsers) and controlled by a high-quality comprehensive suite of software that provides a high level of data confidence and accuracy. The software shall integrate the end user's current PCI, SE and Continuous Wave Immersion (CWI) capabilities. In addition to the above, there is a requirement for training to be provided to support the end user of the provided test capabilities to an expert 'train the trainer' level.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028882-2024 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Sep 2024 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 22 Sep 2024 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £3,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | CORSHAM |
| 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 | TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

### Codes

- 32233000 - Radio-frequency booster stations
- 32260000 - Data-transmission equipment

## Release History

- 10 Sep 2024 at 08:33 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028882-2024

## Notice URLs

- https://contracts.mod.uk

## Provenance

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