13 Pounder Design Organisation (DO)

A Addendum Notice
by DEFENCE EQUIPMENT AND SUPPORT

Source
Find a Tender
Type
Contract (Services)
Duration
3 year
Value
£2M
Sector
INDUSTRIAL
Published
19 May 2026
Delivery
13 Oct 2026 to 15 Oct 2029
Deadline
03 Jul 2026 22:59

Related Terms

Location

United Kingdom:

Geochart for 1 buyers and 0 suppliers

1 buyer

Description

This procurement seeks to competitively appoint a suitably qualified Design Organisation (DO) to provide through‑life design authority, engineering assurance, configuration management, and technical documentation support for the Ordnance Quick Fire 13‑Pounder ceremonial guns operated by The King’s Troop Royal Horse Artillery.

Renewal Options

1 Option Year after the end of initial contract

Award Criteria

Technical Technical Evaluation The Technical Evaluation assesses the bidder’s ability to deliver the Design Organisation role safely, compliantly, and effectively across the equipment lifecycle. Technical quality represents 90% of the total quality score and is subject to a minimum pass threshold of 70%. Any tender failing to meet this threshold will be rejected and will not proceed to the Value for Money assessment. Technical evaluation is structured across three areas: Engineering This assesses the robustness and maturity of engineering governance, lifecycle management, and control arrangements. It includes evaluation of the Supplier Engineering Management Plan (SEMP), alignment with ISO 15288, risk and opportunity management, quality assurance systems, resource and SQEP management, stakeholder engagement, configuration management aligned to relevant DEFSTANs and DEFCONs, technical documentation management, and the handling and stewardship of Government Furnished Information (GFI). Responses must demonstrate Defence‑specific understanding, clear processes, and evidence of delivery from previous programmes. Project Management This assesses the bidder’s approach to planning, scheduling, governance, and control of the Design Organisation function. Evaluation covers project planning and milestones, reporting and escalation mechanisms, risk, issue and change management, and communications and stakeholder engagement throughout the project lifecycle. Maintenance This evaluates how through‑life support has been considered at the design stage. It includes availability, reliability, maintainability and testability, handling, storage and transport, technical information control, obsolescence and material availability management, and through‑life innovation aimed at reducing future support burden and improving long‑term cost efficiency. All technical responses are scored on a 0–4 scale, where higher scores reflect increasing levels of compliance and added value.
Social Value Social Value Evaluation Social Value represents 10% of the total quality score and is assessed in line with the Government Social Value Model and PPN guidance. Bidders are expected to demonstrate credible, measurable commitments that will be delivered through the contract. The evaluation covers three equally weighted themes: Fair Work This includes fair pay and working conditions, high‑quality job creation, in‑work progression, staff engagement, and identification and management of modern slavery risks within the supply chain. Employment and Training for Those Who Face Barriers to Employment This assesses how the bidder will create opportunities for under‑represented or disadvantaged groups, including inclusive recruitment practices, apprenticeships and training, actions to address skills shortages, and measures to tackle inequality in employment, skills, and pay. Health and Wellbeing This evaluates support for physical and mental wellbeing within the contract workforce, including wellbeing strategies, access to support services, and actions to address health inequalities. Social Value responses are scored on a 0–4 scale, with higher scores awarded where clear added value and robust delivery arrangements are demonstrated.

CPV Codes

  • 71320000 - Engineering design services

Indicators

  • Options are available.
  • Renewals are available.

Other Information

** PREVIEW NOTICE, please check Find a Tender for full details. **

Reference

  • ocds-h6vhtk-05586e
  • FTS 045649-2026

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