Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13cbf-f84d-7123-a525-27fc6aa3a63f/soldier-systems-framework-contract-cf-opportunity closed GB restricted procedure Suitable for SMEs # Soldier Systems Framework Contract CF Opportunity [Ministry of Defence](https://tendernation.io/buyers/ministry-of-defence) Estimated value £18,383,587 to £32,171,277 Published 24 Aug 2023 Deadline Closed 24 Sept 2023 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Sets up a framework Winning a place does not guarantee work: contracts are awarded later as call-offs, and the list usually stays closed for years. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender The Soldier Systems Framework Contract ("the Contract") is for the provision of a selection of 'On the Man' equipment, including both Commercially Off The Shelf (COTS) and Military Off The Shelf (MOTS) items. The Contract will be a multi-supplier framework, utilised by Strategic Command for training and operational purposes and consist of five (5) Lots: - Lot 1 General Clothing - Lot 2 Outdoor Equipment and Clothing - Lot 3 Load Carriage - Lot 4 Medical Training Equipment - Lot 5 Maintenance Material and Equipment Further details of each Lot can be found at Annex B of the PQQ Guidance Document (ref. 705925450\_Solider\_Systems\_Framework\_Contract\_PQQ\_Guidance). Goods will be procured within the appropriate Lot through mini-competitions with a minimum threshold of £12,000. Suppliers are invited to bid for one (1), more or all Lots. The initial contract duration will be for a period of four (4) years, with a Limit of Liability (LOL) of £18,383,586.60. With a further three (3) single (1) year extension options. Specific regulation and standard requirements will be provided as part of the ITT. This procurement activity is within scope of Defence & Security Public Contract Regulations (DSPCR 2011), as this relates to the provision of goods used for military purposes. Furthermore, this procurement is operating under the Restricted Procedure. The Soldier Systems requirement has been assessed and the security classification is confirmed as OFFICIAL SENSITIVE. A Contract award is expected in Q1 of 2024. The Cyber Risk Profile for this requirement identified by the Cyber Risk Assessment is Not Applicable (RAR: 990716859). 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