Scope
Reference
715728455 - Procurement and In-Service Support of Remote Case Entry (RCE) System
Description
The PROTECT Delivery Team (DT) are considering initiating a project for the Procurement and In-Service Support of 3 Remote Case entry systems with the option to procure and support a further 3 systems.
The Remote Case Entry system shall provide a portable abrasive cutting capability, capable of performing cuts either remotely or semi-remotely through materials up to 40mm thick mild steel cases of Air Dropped weapons, and it should be operable at a safe distance of 250m. The cutting process must be designed to generate no significant heat, thereby mitigating the risk of inadvertently triggering or activating any sensitive devices in the vicinity. The system is expected to be portable, deployable, and robust, suitable for use in all environmental conditions.
It is the Authority’s intention to award a Contract for delivery of equipment and 10 years of In-Service Support from Full Operating Capability (FOC) including options, for a supplier to deliver this requirement and provide maintenance, training and supportability (through life support). A total contract duration of 11 Years and 4 months, including options.
It is the Authority’s intent to invite participation from suppliers who can demonstrate they are commercially compliant and can meet the technical requirements.
The Authority intends to release a Project Specific Questionnaire (PSQ) associated with this opportunity, currently scheduled for 27 February 2026. This an estimated date and subject to change.
Please note market engagement was previously conducted in the form of supplier briefs and can be found here:
FTS – Project 1 - 2024/S 000-021192
CF – Project 1 - 71160d74-a7a5-430e-97e8-4e79bad8ee52
In issuing this UK2 notice, The Authority is not committing to commence with any procurement in relation to the requirements stated in this Notice.
Total value (estimated)
- £5,308,000 excluding VAT
- £6,369,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 16 December 2026 to 16 April 2036
- Possible extension to 16 April 2038
- 11 years, 4 months, 1 day
Main procurement category
Goods
CPV classifications
- 35333100 - Bombs
- 35300000 - Weapons, ammunition and associated parts
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Engagement
Engagement deadline
9 August 2024
The engagement was carried out before this notice was published.
Engagement process description
The market engagement was previously conducted in the form supplier briefs and can be found here:
FTS – Project 1 - 2024/S 000-021192
CF – Project 1 - 71160d74-a7a5-430e-97e8-4e79bad8ee52
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Publication date of tender notice (estimated)
27 February 2026
Procedure
Special regime
Defence and security
Contracting authority
Defence Equipment and Support
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PVRL-5831-GLMM
MOD Abbey Wood
Bristol
BS34 8JH
United Kingdom
Contact name: PROTECT DT
Email: DES-LESTSP-SEEC-Commercial@mod.gov.uk
Website: https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/defence-equipment-and-support
Region: UKK12 - Bath and North East Somerset, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Organisation type: Public authority - central government