Section one: Contracting authority
one.1) Name and addresses
Ministry of Defence
Bristol
Contact
Robert Stevens
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
Tenders or requests to participate must be submitted to 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
Naval Systems Integration Process Service (NSIPS) Phase 4
Reference number
709857458
two.1.2) Main CPV code
- 72227000 - Software integration consultancy services
two.1.3) Type of contract
Services
two.1.4) Short description
NSIPS is a critical process in the assurance of correct Combat / Marine Systems integration and ensuring that the related platform safety risks are understood and managed through the maintenance of interface records. These include the operation, development and management of an RLI accessed database to support administration of the Change Impact Assessment Process (CIAP). This being part of the Common Support Model (CSM) activity, where the assessed impact of the change needs to be captured by identified stakeholders.
two.1.5) Estimated total value
Value excluding VAT: £3,500,000
two.1.6) Information about lots
This contract is divided into lots: No
two.2) Description
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 48612000 - Database-management system
- 72228000 - Hardware integration consultancy services
- 73424000 - Development of warships
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UK - United Kingdom
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
The Authority is intending to undertake a competitive procurement exercise for the ongoing provision of the Naval Systems Integration Process Service (NSIPS), currently contracted for through Systems Engineering and Assessments Limited (SEA Ltd) under Contract reference 700008523.
The anticipated duration for any subsequent Contract being awarded is a period of up to 5 years, with potential Contract Award being circa October 2025.
NSIPS is a critical process in the assurance of correct Combat / Marine Systems integration and ensuring that the related platform safety risks are understood and managed through the maintenance of interface records. These include the operation, development and management of an RLI accessed database to support administration of the Change Impact Assessment Process (CIAP). This being part of the Common Support Model (CSM) activity, where the assessed impact of the change needs to be captured by identified stakeholders.
Combat System configuration records and change impacts are subsequently maintained for complex Warships and Submarines across the DE&S portfolio. The database subsequently providing key Combat System documentation for subsequent upgrades and refits. Suppliers will need to be able to deliver assured SQEP to audit complex maritime specific interfaces to underpin complex change management.
Elements of the requirement will involve exposure to, and subsequent safeguarding of, nationally sensitive information/data and equipment potentially bearing a security classification of up to and including "SECRET - UK EYES ONLY" level. Suppliers, including any sub-contract opportunities, shall therefore be required to comply with such security classification. Potential suppliers shall therefore be required to hold MOD Security Clearance (List X) prior to any future Contract being awarded in line with the Authority’s programme.
If you are interested in the requirement please content the Authority's point of contact specified within this PIN. This will enable the Authority to better plan the next steps of the procurement.
two.2.13) Information about European Union Funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No
two.3) Estimated date of publication of contract notice
1 January 2025
Section three. Legal, economic, financial and technical information
three.1) Conditions for participation
three.1.1) Suitability to pursue the professional activity, including requirements relating to enrolment on professional or trade registers
List and brief description of conditions
Elements of the requirement will involve exposure to, and subsequent safeguarding of, nationally sensitive information/data and equipment potentially bearing a security classification of up to and including "SECRET - UK EYES ONLY" level. Suppliers, including any sub-contract opportunities, shall therefore be required to comply with such security classification. Potential suppliers shall therefore be required to hold MOD Security Clearance (List X) prior to any future Contract being awarded in line with the Authority’s programme.
three.1.3) Technical and professional ability
Minimum level(s) of standards possibly required
Combat System configuration records and change impacts are subsequently maintained for complex Warships and Submarines across the DE&S portfolio. The database subsequently providing key Combat System documentation for subsequent upgrades and refits. Suppliers will need to be able to deliver assured SQEP to audit complex maritime specific interfaces to underpin complex change management.
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
Section six. Complementary information
six.2) Information about electronic workflows
Electronic invoicing will be accepted
Electronic payment will be used
six.4) Procedures for review
six.4.1) Review body
Defence Equipment and Support
Bristol
BS34 8JH
Country
United Kingdom