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title: "5000000"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04c22e"
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current_stage: "Award"
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# 5000000

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04c22e

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence (MoD) of the United Kingdom has awarded a contract for In-Service Support for Ships Sensors and Monitoring Systems (SSAMS) to BAE Systems Surface Ships Limited. This contract, which involves spares, repairs, technical support, and on-board technical assistance for the SSAMS equipment fitted to the Royal Navy’s Type 45 Destroyers and Queen Elizabeth Class Carriers, spans three years with the option for three additional one-year extensions, summing up to a potential total of six years. The contract, valued between £4.5M and £10M, falls under the "Repair and maintenance services" (CPV: 50000000) category, and is centrally managed in Bristol, UK. The contract has been finalised and announced on 4 December 2024.

This contract presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in military equipment maintenance and support. Companies with expertise in complex systems integration, configuration management, and specialised repair services, particularly those familiar with METOC, AGMA, AMEIE, and VSS systems, are well-positioned to benefit as sub-contractors. Such collaboration can lead to substantial growth through involvement in high-value defence contracts, ensuring compliance with strict technical and safety standards, and fostering long-term partnerships with prime defence contractors like BAE Systems.

## Notice

MOD Voluntary Transparency Notice for the Ships Sensors and Monitoring Systems (SSAMS) Interim In-Service Support Contract 1. United Kingdom Ministry of Defence (the "Authority") intends to place a contract with BAE Systems Surface Ships Limited (company number 06160534) (the "Company") for In-Service Support for Ships Sensors and Monitoring Systems (SSAMS) equipment fitted to the Royal Navy's Type 45 Destroyers and Queen Elizabeth Class Carriers. 2. The planned term of the contract is for 3 years with three one-year option years (up to 6 years total). The estimated value of this contract is up to Band E1 (PS4.5M - PS10M). 3. The contract will cover spares, repairs, technical support and on-board technical assistance for the following systems: * Meteorological and Oceanographic (METOC) System * Air Group Management Application (AGMA) System * Aircraft Movement Electrocic Information Equipment (AMEIE) * Visual Surveillance System (VSS) 4. In accordance with regulation 4 of The Defence and Security Public Contracts (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (SI 2019/697) this procurement falls to be regulated under the provisions of the Defence and Security Public Contracts Regulations 2011 as amended (by SI 2019/697 and SI 2020/1450). Prior publication of a contract notice in the Official Journal of the European Union is no longer appropriate. It is considered that the award of the contract without prior publication of a contract notice in the UK e-notification service (in accordance with the relevant legislation) is lawful in accordance with regulation 16(1)(a)(ii) of the Defence and Security Public Contracts Regulations 2011 for technical reasons. a. The full support of METOC, AGMA, AMEIE and VSS Systems is reliant upon the Company's knowledge as the Design Authority for the original design, manufacture and integration phases; and the comprehension and learning acquired through delivery of systems integration throughout the ships. In consequence, the information necessary to effect repairs and provide technical support and advice for the systems, and maintain safety compliance, rests solely with the Company. b. Overall Configuration Control of Software, System Architecture and Hardware must be strictly and effectively managed, to ensure the system elements remain correctly integrated and interoperable, precluding the sub-division of support of software and hardware support for each system. For the reasons set out in paragraph 4a, only the Company will be able to meet these requirements. Because of the reasons listed only the Company can perform the contract. 5. This VEAT Notice is not a request for Expressions of Interest (EoI) so please do not apply to be invited to tender. This notice advises that the Authority has decided to negotiate a contract with the named supplier on a single source basis and is published for reasons of transparency. If you are interested in becoming a sub-contractor for this requirement, you should apply directly to the Company named above.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

MOD Voluntary Transparency Notice for the Ships Sensors and Monitoring Systems (SSAMS) Interim In-Service Support Contract 1. United Kingdom Ministry of Defence (the "Authority") intends to place a contract with BAE Systems Surface Ships Limited (company number 06160534) (the "Company") for In-Service Support for Ships Sensors and Monitoring Systems (SSAMS) equipment fitted to the Royal Navy's Type 45 Destroyers and Queen Elizabeth Class Carriers. 2. The planned term of the contract is for 3 years with three one-year option years (up to 6 years total). The estimated value of this contract is up to Band E1 (PS4.5M - PS10M). 3. The contract will cover spares, repairs, technical support and on-board technical assistance for the following systems: * Meteorological and Oceanographic (METOC) System * Air Group Management Application (AGMA) System * Aircraft Movement Electrocic Information Equipment (AMEIE) * Visual Surveillance System (VSS) 4. In accordance with regulation 4 of The Defence and Security Public Contracts (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (SI 2019/697) this procurement falls to be regulated under the provisions of the Defence and Security Public Contracts Regulations 2011 as amended (by SI 2019/697 and SI 2020/1450). Prior publication of a contract notice in the Official Journal of the European Union is no longer appropriate. It is considered that the award of the contract without prior publication of a contract notice in the UK e-notification service (in accordance with the relevant legislation) is lawful in accordance with regulation 16(1)(a)(ii) of the Defence and Security Public Contracts Regulations 2011 for technical reasons. a. The full support of METOC, AGMA, AMEIE and VSS Systems is reliant upon the Company's knowledge as the Design Authority for the original design, manufacture and integration phases; and the comprehension and learning acquired through delivery of systems integration throughout the ships. In consequence, the information necessary to effect repairs and provide technical support and advice for the systems, and maintain safety compliance, rests solely with the Company. b. Overall Configuration Control of Software, System Architecture and Hardware must be strictly and effectively managed, to ensure the system elements remain correctly integrated and interoperable, precluding the sub-division of support of software and hardware support for each system. For the reasons set out in paragraph 4a, only the Company will be able to meet these requirements. Because of the reasons listed only the Company can perform the contract. 5. This VEAT Notice is not a request for Expressions of Interest (EoI) so please do not apply to be invited to tender. This notice advises that the Authority has decided to negotiate a contract with the named supplier on a single source basis and is published for reasons of transparency. If you are interested in becoming a sub-contractor for this requirement, you should apply directly to the Company named above.

### Procurement Information

MOD Voluntary Transparency Notice for the Ships Sensors and Monitoring Systems (SSAMS) Interim In-Service Support Contract 1. United Kingdom Ministry of Defence (the "Authority") intends to place a contract with BAE Systems Surface Ships Limited (company number 06160534) (the "Company") for In-Service Support for Ships Sensors and Monitoring Systems (SSAMS) equipment fitted to the Royal Navy's Type 45 Destroyers and Queen Elizabeth Class Carriers. 2. The planned term of the contract is for 3 years with three one-year option years (up to 6 years total). The estimated value of this contract is up to Band E1 (PS4.5M - PS10M). 3. The contract will cover spares, repairs, technical support and on-board technical assistance for the following systems: * Meteorological and Oceanographic (METOC) System * Air Group Management Application (AGMA) System * Aircraft Movement Electrocic Information Equipment (AMEIE) * Visual Surveillance System (VSS) 4. In accordance with regulation 4 of The Defence and Security Public Contracts (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (SI 2019/697) this procurement falls to be regulated under the provisions of the Defence and Security Public Contracts Regulations 2011 as amended (by SI 2019/697 and SI 2020/1450). Prior publication of a contract notice in the Official Journal of the European Union is no longer appropriate. It is considered that the award of the contract without prior publication of a contract notice in the UK e-notification service (in accordance with the relevant legislation) is lawful in accordance with regulation 16(1)(a)(ii) of the Defence and Security Public Contracts Regulations 2011 for technical reasons. a. The full support of METOC, AGMA, AMEIE and VSS Systems is reliant upon the Company's knowledge as the Design Authority for the original design, manufacture and integration phases; and the comprehension and learning acquired through delivery of systems integration throughout the ships. In consequence, the information necessary to effect repairs and provide technical support and advice for the systems, and maintain safety compliance, rests solely with the Company. b. Overall Configuration Control of Software, System Architecture and Hardware must be strictly and effectively managed, to ensure the system elements remain correctly integrated and interoperable, precluding the sub-division of support of software and hardware support for each system. For the reasons set out in paragraph 4a, only the Company will be able to meet these requirements. Because of the reasons listed only the Company can perform the contract. 5. This VEAT Notice is not a request for Expressions of Interest (EoI) so please do not apply to be invited to tender. This notice advises that the Authority has decided to negotiate a contract with the named supplier on a single source basis and is published for reasons of transparency. If you are interested in becoming a sub-contractor for this requirement, you should apply directly to the Company named above.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039068-2024 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| 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 | 4 Dec 2024 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Nov 2024 |
| 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 | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| 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 | SSAMS 713402451 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

## Release History

- 4 Dec 2024 at 13:59 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039068-2024

## Notice URLs

- https://des.mod.uk/locations/bristol/

## Provenance

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