Section one: Contracting authority
one.1) Name and addresses
Ministry of Defence
High Wycombe
Country
United Kingdom
Region code
UK - United Kingdom
Internet address(es)
Main address
one.3) Communication
Additional information can be obtained from the above-mentioned address
one.4) Type of the contracting authority
Ministry or any other national or federal authority
one.5) Main activity
Defence
Section two: Object
two.1) Scope of the procurement
two.1.1) Title
Provision of Acoustics Training Devices - PIN
two.1.2) Main CPV code
- 34152000 - Training simulators
two.1.3) Type of contract
Supplies
two.1.4) Short description
The Ministry of Defence (MOD) requires a Synthetic Training Aid to be used as part of the training solution for Weapon Systems Operator (Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance) (WSOp(ISR)) Acoustics. The equipment must replicate a fixed-wing acoustic processor and include an accurate oceanographic model with representative and modifiable target signatures up to SECRET classification.
Between 3 and 4 systems are required where one system is 2 trainees operating as individuals or a pair and one instructor with an instructor operating system (IOS) to enable instruction and scenario control. Each system should simulate up to 15 acoustic targets, controlled by the present scenario or through the IOS. Acoustic targets shall be presented on multiple displays as selected by the operator and display narrowband and broadband passive and active information.
The equipment is required for use from Mar 23 therefore, a proven system requiring minimum development or modification is necessary in order to minimise any requirement for RAF Acoustic SME involvement or assistance in delivery and to facilitate a rapid training capability to overcome current equipment obsolescence issues.
The Authority is expected to run an Open Competition with an Accelerates 15 day tender process under Public contract regulations 2015 for the above requirement.
Predicted dates:
Tender to market: 03/01/2023
Clarification Question close: 11/01/2023
Tender close: 17/01/2023
To note: This PIN is not a means to seek formal expressions of interest; this opportunity may become available in the future through the publication of a formal contract notice that will be published on the Defence Sourcing Portal (DSP). Any dates mention are subject to change and are non-committal.
two.1.5) Estimated total value
Value excluding VAT: £2,700,000
two.1.6) Information about lots
This contract is divided into lots: No
two.2) Description
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 34152000 - Training simulators
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKF3 - Lincolnshire
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
The Ministry of Defence (MOD) requires a Synthetic Training Aid to be used as part of the training solution for Weapon Systems Operator (Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance) (WSOp(ISR)) Acoustics. The equipment must replicate a fixed-wing acoustic processor and include an accurate oceanographic model with representative and modifiable target signatures up to SECRET classification.
Between 3 and 4 systems are required where one system is 2 trainees operating as individuals or a pair and one instructor with an instructor operating system (IOS) to enable instruction and scenario control. Each system should simulate up to 15 acoustic targets, controlled by the present scenario or through the IOS. Acoustic targets shall be presented on multiple displays as selected by the operator and display narrowband and broadband passive and active information.
The equipment is required for use from Mar 23 therefore, a proven system requiring minimum development or modification is necessary in order to minimise any requirement for RAF Acoustic SME involvement or assistance in delivery and to facilitate a rapid training capability to overcome current equipment obsolescence issues.
The Authority is expected to run an Open Competition with an Accelerates 15 day tender process under Public contract regulations 2015 for the above requirement.
Predicted dates:
Tender to market: 03/01/2023
Clarification Question close: 11/01/2023
Tender close: 17/01/2023
To note: This PIN is not a means to seek formal expressions of interest; this opportunity may become available in the future through the publication of a formal contract notice that will be published on the Defence Sourcing Portal (DSP). Any dates mention are subject to change and are non-committal.
two.3) Estimated date of publication of contract notice
3 January 2023
Section four. Procedure
four.1) Description
four.1.8) Information about the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement: No