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title: "SERPENS Acoustic Weapon Locating System"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04e53d"
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# SERPENS Acoustic Weapon Locating System

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04e53d

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence is currently in the tender stage for procuring the SERPENS Acoustic Weapon Locating System. This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically acoustic devices, and is set for delivery in the United Kingdom. The tender process, conducted through a restricted procedure, has a deadline for submission of bids on 23 March 2025, with invitations for the second stage being issued from 7 April 2025. The project entails the supply of eight acoustic systems, along with up to five years of Integrated Logistics Support, commencing from 18 September 2025 until 17 September 2030. The total contract value is estimated at GBP 20 million, and interested suppliers need to express their interest and respond to the tender via the provided eSourcing portal.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses specializing in defence technology and acoustic devices. Companies with capabilities in developing and maintaining weapon locating systems, as well as those with logistics support expertise for defence systems, will find this opportunity particularly suited to their strengths. By securing this contract, businesses can establish a robust partnership with the Ministry of Defence, gain a foothold in the defence sector, and potentially access further options for Post Design Services subject to funding. The competitive nature of the restricted procedure ensures that only qualified entities demonstrating technical and economic suitability are considered, potentially leading to a long-term, high-value engagement.

## Notice

The Army has an enduring need for passive weapon locating capability to enhance battle winning counter fires and increase the Warfighting Division's lethality.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

8 x Acoustic Systems and up to 5 years Integrated Logistics Support

Options: Options for ILS Years 4 & 5. Option for Post Design Services (PDS) if Funding allows

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006314-2025 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 17 Sep 2025 - 17 Sep 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £20,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | ANDOVER |
| Post town | Salisbury |
| Postcode | SP11 8HJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ36 Central Hampshire |
| Local authority | Test Valley |
| Electoral ward | Andover Millway |
| Westminster constituency | North West Hampshire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 32342400 - Acoustic devices

## Release History

- 20 Feb 2025 at 15:20 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006314-2025

## Notice URLs

- https://contracts.mod.uk/go/001558880195233B6237
- https://www.army.mod.uk/

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