Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13ced-0372-7208-9a5d-6e50d039ced0/multi-role-rebreather-mrr-design-development-testing-manufacture-trainin pending GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # Multi-Role Rebreather (MRR) - Design, Development, Testing, Manufacture, Training and Support of Specialist Dive Sets [Ministry of Defence](https://tendernation.io/buyers/ministry-of-defence) Estimated value £10,918,663 Published 19 Dec 2024 Deadline Rolling deadline ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Buyer says suitable for VCSEs The buyer ticked “suitable for voluntary, community and social enterprises” on the notice. - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S) Salvage and Marine Operations (SALMO) Delivery Team (DT) have a requirement for design, development and testing, manufacture, training, and support of a Multi-Role Rebreather (MRR) diver breathing apparatus to support a range of tasks including long endurance diving operations. The introduction of new underwater mobility assets has highlighted limitations of current in-service underwater breathing apparatus that were not procured to support current or emerging capability, and other associated dive tasks. The Authority requires a UK Prime supplier to deliver this requirement. The following is provided for information. High-level system parameters: - Sub-surface endurance of 3 to 12 hours. - Transit depth approx. 6m up to 10m, short excursions to a maximum depth of 30m. - Modular design enabling flexibility for operations including: - Endurance variable from 3 to 12 hours depending upon mission requirements - Use of propulsion equipment up to 3 knots - Extended periods of swimming - Able to be rapidly re-roled for multiple diving tasks during an operation. - Able to be easily stowed and made ready for use. - Streamlined, compact design. - Efficient resource use to minimise size and weight. Technical considerations: - Closed circuit, electronic diver breathing system with built in safety and resource monitoring systems. - Upgradable sensor and monitoring systems throughout the life of the capability. Supplier experience/considerations: - UK Prime able to operate with and handle data at OFFICIAL-SENSITIVE and above, including provision of UK National staff with SC. - Track record of designing, developing, and testing diver breathing apparatus to military requirements/standards. - Access to diver breathing apparatus development and test facilities to the Requirements of BS EN 14143. - Oxygen clean room assembly and maintenance facilities. - Ability to manufacture at scale and provide the Quality Assurance processes to support a military diver breathing apparatus capability. ### Additional information This PIN serves to inform potential suppliers of the intention to engage with Industry whereby supplier representatives will be invited to attend individual meetings with the Authority. At the meeting they will have the opportunity to present on their capacity and capability to deliver the requirement discussed above. More information to help with preparation for the meeting will be shared with those who respond to register their interest. If you are interested in attending, please submit expressions of interest to by Friday 17th January 2025. Specific time slots will be arranged directly with respondents via email. Tentative dates (subject to change): Industry Day 4th - 13th February 2025 This notice is not a call for competition. Non-participation in the Industry Day will not exclude you from any possible future competition for this requirement. Read full description ## CPV classification Breathing apparatus for diving Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/a4cbfaef-0597-4ca9-9fc1-a21be10cedb8) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. Free to start. 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