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title: "5000000"
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# 5000000

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04c231

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## Summary

The United Kingdom Ministry of Defence (MOD) has completed a procurement process titled "MOD Voluntary Transparency Notice for the Ships Sensors and Monitoring Systems (SSAMS) Interim In-Service Support Contract". This process pertains to the repair and maintenance services industry and is based in the UK. The procurement stage is in the award phase, with the contract awarded to BAE Systems Surface Ships Limited on 12th July 2024. This contract, with an estimated value of up to £10 million, spans three years initially, with options for three additional one-year extensions, making it a potential six-year engagement. The scope includes in-service support for systems on the Royal Navy's Type 45 Destroyers and Queen Elizabeth Class Carriers, such as the METOC System, AGMA System, AMEIE, and VSS.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses looking to partner as sub-contractors with BAE Systems in the field of technical support and maintenance. Companies specialising in maritime systems, technical consulting, and software and hardware integration would be well-suited to benefit from this contract. The procurement was conducted through a limited negotiation method without prior publication of a contract notice, highlighting the need for specific technical knowledge and expertise held solely by BAE Systems due to their role as the original design and integration authority for the systems involved. Interested businesses should contact BAE Systems directly for sub-contracting opportunities.

## 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/039071-2024 |
| 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 | 11 Jul 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 | BAE SYSTEM |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

## Release History

- 4 Dec 2024 at 14:00 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039071-2024

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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