--- title: "Not specified" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04d662" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-04d662" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04d662.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04d662.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE" published: "2025-01-27" --- # Not specified Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04d662 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-04d662) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04d662.json) ## Summary The Ministry of Defence (MoD), based in Bristol, UK, is in the planning stage of a procurement process for the acquisition of detection apparatus under the industry category "Detection apparatus" (CPV code 38431000). The contract is for the provision of OTTO Fuel Monitors (OFM), essential for monitoring the presence of toxic OTTO vapour in environments where torpedoes and OTTO fuel are stored and processed. The procurement involves a five-year contract to supply new OFM units, maintenance, and spares to replace the existing stockpile, which is nearing the end of its life. The contract is expected to be finalised through a phased approach, with the first notices anticipated by 2nd June 2025. This tender presents excellent opportunities for businesses specialising in toxic gas detection services (CPV code 90731500) and toxic substances monitoring services (CPV code 90743100). Companies with expertise in manufacturing or maintaining detection equipment for hazardous environments will find this tender particularly appealing. By engaging in this procurement, suppliers can secure long-term business relationships with the MoD, contributing to their growth and reputation in the defence sector. ## Notice The Authority has an enduring requirement for OTTO Fuel Monitors (OFM). The OFM is a hand-held instrument designed to monitor for the presence of OTTO vapour in Cat C environments. OFMs are used to monitor the atmosphere where Torpedoes and OTTO Fuel are stored and processed. OTTO fuel is toxic and relatively small concentrations can cause respiratory problems, headaches and nausea. Continued use of the OFMs is required to ensure the health and safety of personnel operating/maintaining the Torpedo. The Authority has a stockpile which is now reaching the end of life and requires replacement due to obsolescence. To continue the current support arrangements, the Authority intends to place a five-year contract to provide a full end to end service including procurement of new OFM units, maintenance, and provision of spares. It intended that the new contract will delivered in a phased approach, with new for old replacement as per an agreed schedule. Should this requirement proceed, a Contract Notice will be published in due course with more precise requirements and interested parties will be invited to complete an online Pre-Qualification Questionnaire, which will be measured against selected criteria in terms of commercial and technical requirements. ### Lot Information Lot 1 The Authority has an enduring requirement for OTTO Fuel Monitors (OFM). The OFM is a hand-held instrument designed to monitor for the presence of OTTO vapour in Cat C environments. OFMs are used to monitor the atmosphere where Torpedoes and OTTO Fuel are stored and processed. OTTO fuel is toxic and relatively small concentrations can cause respiratory problems, headaches and nausea. Continued use of the OFMs is required to ensure the health and safety of personnel operating/maintaining the Torpedo. The Authority has a stockpile which is now reaching the end of life and requires replacement due to obsolescence. To continue the current support arrangements, the Authority intends to place a five-year contract to provide a full end to end service including procurement of new OFM units, maintenance, and provision of spares. It intended that the new contract will delivered in a phased approach, with new for old replacement as per an agreed schedule. Should this requirement proceed, a Contract Notice will be published in due course with more precise requirements and interested parties will be invited to complete an online Pre-Qualification Questionnaire, which will be measured against selected criteria in terms of commercial and technical requirements. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002683-2025 | | 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 | 27 Jan 2025 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 1 Jun 2025 | | 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 | Planned | | Lots status | Planned | | 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 - 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) - 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services ### Codes - 38431000 - Detection apparatus - 90731500 - Toxic gas detection services - 90743100 - Toxic substances monitoring services ## Release History - 27 Jan 2025 at 11:50 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002683-2025 ## Notice URLs - https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ministry-of-defence ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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