Lighting and Power Distribution System (LAPDS)

The purpose of this Prior Information Notice (PIN) is to inform the market that the Authority has a potential requirement for the purchase, validation and through life support for Lighting and Power Distribution.

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 Authority is also looking to gain further information in order to assist in the development of its future procurement strategy, high level costings and requirements gathering. All information will be unattributable and non- product specific for the wider team; the Commercial team will keep the entire responses under strict control.

This PIN is not a commitment by the Authority to launch a formal procurement procedure. The aim of this PIN, and the returns from Industry, will be used to understand how Industry proposals will meet supply, cost and timescales requirements. This PIN invites Industry suppliers to provide information on how they might intend to supply, integrate, test and support of our Lighting and Power Distribution Requirement as well as to inform the market that the Authority has a potential requirement.

The PIN also gives potential suppliers the opportunity to comment on the proposed requirement and perhaps offer amendments or alternative solutions which might produce better value for money.II.4)

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

Logistical Support Key Requirements

ILS Elements to support initial equipment procurement, to include;

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