Scope
Reference
710170451
Description
There is an on-going requirement to purchase consumable items, accessories and equipment used for Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) within the UK MOD. This requirement was originally published in 2024, but has since been reviewed
The requirement is provide goods for the NDT Community.
Total value (estimated)
- £750,000 excluding VAT
- £900,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 October 2025 to 30 September 2028
- Possible extension to 30 September 2030
- 5 years
Description of possible extension:
2 year extension after review from the Authority at year 3 of the contract. The option years can be taken as 2 full option years or individual years
Options
The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid.
2 year extension after review from the Authority at year 3 of the contract. The option years can be taken as 2 full option years or individual years
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 71632200 - Non-destructive testing services
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Lot constraints
Description of how multiple lots may be awarded:
Full details can be found within the ITT documents
Lot LOT 1. LOT 1 - Ultrasonic Leads & Probes
Description
NDT Ultrasonic Leads & Probes, with full descriptions details within the ITT
Lot value (estimated)
- £189,500 excluding VAT
- £227,400 including VAT
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations, contract dates and options are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot LOT 2. LOT 2 - Eddy Current Probes, Leads & Adaptors
Description
NDT Eddy Current Probes, Leads & Adaptors, with full descriptions details within the ITT
Lot value (estimated)
- £233,000 excluding VAT
- £279,600 including VAT
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations, contract dates and options are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot LOT 3. LOT 3 - Reference Blocks & Test Pieces
Description
NDT Reference Blocks & Test Pieces, with full descriptions details within the ITT
Lot value (estimated)
- £35,500 excluding VAT
- £42,600 including VAT
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations, contract dates and options are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot LOT 4. LOT 4 - General NDTE Consumables, Accessories & Equipment
Description
General NDTE Consumables, Accessories & Equipment, with full descriptions details within the ITT
Lot value (estimated)
- £292,000 excluding VAT
- £350,400 including VAT
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations, contract dates and options are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Participation
Technical ability conditions of participation
Lot LOT 1. LOT 1 - Ultrasonic Leads & Probes
Lot LOT 2. LOT 2 - Eddy Current Probes, Leads & Adaptors
Lot LOT 3. LOT 3 - Reference Blocks & Test Pieces
Lot LOT 4. LOT 4 - General NDTE Consumables, Accessories & Equipment
Statement of Requirement must be met with NSN's tendered
Particular suitability
Lot LOT 1. LOT 1 - Ultrasonic Leads & Probes
Lot LOT 2. LOT 2 - Eddy Current Probes, Leads & Adaptors
Lot LOT 3. LOT 3 - Reference Blocks & Test Pieces
Lot LOT 4. LOT 4 - General NDTE Consumables, Accessories & Equipment
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
15 August 2025, 2:00pm
Tender submission deadline
2 September 2025, 2:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
19 September 2025
Award criteria
| Name | Description | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weighted Value for Money Index | The tender will be evaluated with the Weighted Value for Money index calculation. Full details of the evaluation criteria and how tenders will be evaluated, can be found within the full ITT linked to... |
Cost | 70% |
| Weighted Value for Money Index | Technical criteria with full details of evaluation criteria within the ITT |
Quality | 30% |
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Contracting authority
Defence Equipment and Support Deca
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PVRL-5831-GLMM
MOD Sealand
Flintshire
CH5 2LS
United Kingdom
Region: UKL23 - Flintshire and Wrexham
Organisation type: Public authority - central government