DGM/2057 - Munition Packaging Service

• a)APMT intend to contract the requirement of the provision of a 3-year contract to support the future and ongoing supply of the Munition Packaging Service. The Authority requires a suite of the following:

• b)The range of munitions packaging in scope covers approximately 60 container types, and associated internal packaging, ranging from pallet sized Unit Load Specifications (ULS) for artillery ammunition to Small Arms Ammunition Containers and other common user items. The packaging catalogue can be broadly ranged from the high value, low volume to the low value, high volume.

• c)Any waste generated because of the processing, refurbishment, stock management and obsolesce must, once approved by the PT, be disposed of in the most cost effective and environmentally friendly manner. More detail provided within Areas 1 and 9. This process should be affirmed within an Environmental Management Plan and Disposal Management Plan. Wherever possible options should contain a 'gainshare' solution that will see value returned to the Authority.

• d)To maintain visibility of the complete Supply Chain and its inventory, a warehouse stock management system must be used to manage inventory quantities, works in progress status, condition, and location. All stock must be accounted for using a recognised NATO Stock Number (NSN) or drawing number if an NSN is unavailable. Any newly manufactured or procured items will be codified by the Authority in accordance with DEFCON 117.

• e)This SOR scopes out nine major areas which are core obligations that must be supported:

Area 1 - Refurbishment:

Area 2 - Post-Design Services:

Area 3 - Sourcing and Procurement of Internal Packaging:

Area 4 - 1814kg NATO 2 Tonne pallets and Pallet Tray:

Area 5 - Container Security Seals:

Area 6 - Warehousing:

Area 7 - Recycling:

Area 8 - Procurement of new ammunition containers

Area 9 - Project & Contract Management

bidders can bid for 2 lots, either all of the areas above or area 8 only.

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