Published date: 3 October 2023

Last edited date: 3 October 2023

Awarded contract - This means that the contract has been awarded to a supplier.


Closing: 14 April 2023, 12pm

Contract summary

Industry

  • Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting - 31000000

Location of contract

DA1 4QX

Value of contract

£2,855,949.14

Procurement reference

tender_288447/1265399

Published date

3 October 2023

Closing date

14 April 2023

Closing time

12pm

Contract start date

25 September 2023

Contract end date

24 September 2025

Contract type

Service contract

Procedure type

Restricted procedure (above threshold)

A two-stage procedure, where the first stage is used to select suppliers, who are then invited to bid in the second stage.

This procedure can be used for procurements above the relevant contract value threshold.

Contract is suitable for SMEs?

No

Contract is suitable for VCSEs?

No

Description

The Authority had a requirement for the purchase, validation and through life support for Lighting and Power Distribution System (LAPDS). LAPDS is a plug-in, outdoor distribution system that supplies the power needs of temporary domestic and technical accommodation installations globally. It distributes three-phase and single-phase mains power (230V and 110V) available for catering, air conditioning, heating and welfare facilities. LAPDS can be supplied from generators via a Generator Interface Unit or from a permanent Host Nation Supply (HNS).

The Operational Infrastructure Delivery Team (OI DT), part of the Land Equipment Operating Centre in DE&S, is responsible for the procurement and in-service support of equipment used by the British ARMY during operations. The Project Aim is to deliver additional Lighting and Power Distribution System (LAPDS) to replenish stocks and support Exercises and Operations until the future projects Manoeuvre Shelter (MAN S) and Static Infrastructure and Project (SIP) delivers a replacement. There are currently not enough In-Service LAPDS assets to meet the current operational reserve and support the increased demands and usage for LAPDS on Exercises and Operations. Therefore, this procurement is required to ensure the capability is uplifted to fulfil anticipated demands for on-going and future Operations and Exercises.

To provide potential providers with guidance on the desired scope, key requirements are summarised below. The key requirements set out are not exhaustive but does give an indication of the Users Key Requirements.

Equipment Key Requirements:
a) LAPDS shall be able to operate in Core Region environments.
b) The system shall be capable of being transported and stored at the lowest value of atmospheric pressure for the highest elevation contemplated for NATO forces.
c) The system shall remain safe, with no drop in performance, when exposed to precipitation
d) LAPDS shall operate when under the effects of snow loading
e) LAPDS shall be protected from the effects of Lightning Strikes and Electrical Storms.
f) The System shall be suitable for transport, operation, maintenance and storage by personnel with a wide range of user characteristics.
g) LAPDS shall be able to interface with current UK forces and civilian power generation equipment.
h) The System and associated elements shall be capable of disposal by the authority safely and economically at the end of its in-service life.

-Logistical Support Key Requirements:
ILS Elements to support initial equipment procurement, to include;
a) Supportability Analysis
b) Initial Spares identification and supply
c) Technical Documentations to support Trials, Training and initial delivery.
d) Training provision

ILS Elements to support the equipment throughout its In-Service life, to include:

e) Continued spares support
f) Upkeep of Technical Documentation
g) OEM Repair capability

https://contracts.mod.uk/esop/guest/go/opportunity/detail?opportunityId=55197

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Award information

Awarded date

6 June 2023

Contract start date

25 September 2023

Contract end date

24 September 2025

Total value of contract

£2,855,949.14

This contract was awarded to 1 supplier.

Blakley Electrics

Address

Unit 3, Scimitar Park, Harlow, Essex, Essex, CM19 5GU, UNITED KINGDOM

Reference

No reference - other

Supplier is SME?

No

Supplier is VCSE?

No

About the buyer

Contact name

rosie tilbury

Address

Abbey Wood
Filton, Bristol
BS34 8JH
England

Email

rosie.tilbury116@mod.gov.uk