Bulk Modular Support Units-715970488

The Ministry of Defence is soliciting the manufacture and delivery of Bulk Modular Support Units (MSU) for the storage of Air Store Packs on Queen Elizabeth Class Carriers. The procurement includes a core requirement for eight Drawer Bulk MSUs featuring specific drawer depths and one storage shelf, as well as a minimum of five Standard Bulk MSUs with full-width storage shelves. All units must be robust, secure, and compatible with maritime operating environments, adhering to MOD-owned technical drawings and the Modular Support manual AP119G-1602-136. Deliverables must be delivered to HMNB Portsmouth QEC Jetty during normal working hours and include a minimum 12-month warranty on structural components and interface equipment. The total budget for this procurement is 4,999,994.50 GBP excluding VAT, with 833,332.50 GBP allocated for core requirements and a 4,166,662.00 GBP limit of liability for optional requirements. Award will be based on the Most Advantageous Tender (MAT) calculation, where the winning bidder is determined by the lowest evaluation score, derived from the total price divided by the total technical score. Tenders must be submitted via the Defence Sourcing Portal by November 20, 2026. The contract mandates strict adherence to Def Stan 81-041 for packaging and bar-coding, and requires the use of a configuration control system compatible with ISO 9001. Payment will be processed via electronic transfer within 30 days of receiving a valid invoice through CP&F/Exostar.