Fibre Optic Compass System (FOCS) In-Service Support Contract-UK5
key details
| Value | £5,700,000 (£6,800,000 inc. VAT) |
|---|---|
| Status | complete |
| Procedure | direct |
| SME suitable | Yes |
| OCID | ocds-h6vhtk-06ebc3 |
Award
| Supplier | Value | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lockheed Martin UK Limited | £5,700,000 | · | pending |
description
The requirement is for the continued in-service support of the Fibre Optic Compass (FOC) System. The FOC system is currently, fitted to Type 23 Frigates, Single Role Minehunter, Vanguard Class Submarines and RFA Fort Victoria. A new contract is required to support the equipment on these platforms which have varying out of service dates within the contract period. The FOC System is critical for platform navigation and deployment. The role of the FOC System is to provide precise, reliable directional and heading data navigation on Royal Navy and Royal Fleet Auxiliary Platforms.
notice history
4 notices published against this procurement.
| Published | Type | Regime | Notice |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Mar 2026 | Pipeline notice (UK1) | Procurement Act 2023 | 025420-2026 |
| 31 Mar 2026 | Preliminary market engagement (UK2) | Procurement Act 2023 | 029812-2026 |
| 14 Apr 2026 | Preliminary market engagement (UK2) | Procurement Act 2023 | 033773-2026 |
| 25 Aug 2026 | Transparency notice (UK5) | Procurement Act 2023 | 080932-2026 |
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