Defence Virtual Simulation 2 (DVS2)

Concepts

• training & simulation system programme
• defence equipment & support
• bristol
• security equipment
• tssp
• virtual simulation
• training and simulation
• ministry of defence
• part of defence equipment
• uk ministry of defence

Location

United Kingdom: UNITED KINGDOM

Description

Training and simulation in security equipment. Training and simulation in firearms and ammunition. Training and simulation in military vehicles. Training and simulation in warships. Training and simulation in aircraft, missiles and spacecraft. Training and simulation in military electronic systems. Training and simulation in military vehicles. Training and simulation in security equipment. Training and simulation in firearms and ammunition. Training and simulation in warships. Training and simulation in aircraft, missiles and spacecraft. Training and simulation in military electronic systems. The Training & Simulation System Programme (TSSP) team, part of Defence Equipment & Support (DE&S) within the UK Ministry of Defence (MoD), is considering the potential requirement for the provision of a Defence Virtual Simulation 2 (DVS2) to provide a common, interoperable, accessible and deployable software enabler(s) for simulation-based activity across Defence. Defence Virtual Simulation 2 (DVS2) will provide a low fidelity , common virtual simulation tool(s) that exploits Commercial Off The Shelf (COTS) games-based technology. It is intended for use as widely as possible, underpinning the interoperability of training systems and enabling its use for applications including decision support; research and development; training; and operations planning and rehearsal, that is free at the point of use. Should, following completion of the market sounding exercise, the MoD wish to take forward the potential requirement then it will be expected that the preferred supplier would be able to demonstrate, implement and ultimately manage a solution capable of operating on standard Commercial Off The Shelf (COTS) hardware over a period of up to 10 years (made up of 5 years managed service contract + 3 x 1 years options which the Authority reserves the right to take as a combination, or as 1 year increments, resulting in perpetual unsupported licences for final 2 years). The solution will be interoperable with extant and future simulations, both nationally and internationally, through the use of open standards and import and export content in open standards (DMaSC & CIGI compliant). The solution will be COTS that will be licensed at an appropriate level providing enterprise, unrestricted use and distribution by the MoD, thereby enabling widespread use and development opportunities. Interoperability with Allied nations is also highly desirable.

Total Quantity or Scope

Defence Virtual Simulation 2 (DVS2) will provide common virtual simulation tool(s) that exploits Commercial Off The Shelf (COTS) games-based technology. It is intended for use as widely as possible, underpinning the interoperability of training systems and enabling its use for applications including decision support; research and development; training; and operations planning and rehearsal, that is free at the point of use. … The solution will be COTS that will be licensed at an appropriate level providing enterprise, unrestricted use and distribution by the MoD, thereby enabling widespread use and development opportunities. Interoperability with Allied nations is also highly desirable. Current active licenses is in excess of 24,000.

Renewal Options

This Contract shall be over a period of up to 10 years (made up of 5 years managed service contract + 3 x 1 years options which the Authority reserves the right to take as a combination or as 1-year increments, resulting in perpetual unsupported licences for final 2 years). Please note the estimated value of the core 5 years is between £4,000,000 and £7,000,000. The range of spend for the full duration of this contract will be between £10,000,000 and £30,000,000. The Authority is under no obligation to exercise the right to the options if it deems inappropriate to do so.

CPV Codes

• 80610000 - Training and simulation in security equipment
• 80620000 - Training and simulation in firearms and ammunition
• 80630000 - Training and simulation in military vehicles
• 80640000 - Training and simulation in warships
• 80650000 - Training and simulation in aircrafts, missiles and spacecrafts
• 80660000 - Training and simulation in military electronic systems

Indicators

• An E-Auction will not be used.
• Access to documents is free.
• Deposits and guarantees may be required.
• Economic restrictions apply.
• Financing restrictions apply.
• Bidders must have a specified legal form.
• Miscellaneous restrictions apply.
• The operator's personal situation may be considered.
• Technical restrictions apply.

Other Information

The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.The Authority reserves the right to amend any condition related to security of information to reflect any changes in national law or government policy. If any contract documents are accompanied by instructions on safeguarding classified information (e.g. a Security Aspects Letter), the Authority reserves the right to amend the terms of these instructions to reflect any changes in national law or government policy, whether in respect of the applicable protective marking scheme, specific protective markings given, the aspects to which any protective marking applies, or otherwise. The link below to the Gov.uk website provides information on the Government Security Classification. https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-security-classifications Advertising Regime OJEU:- This contract opportunity is published in the Official Journal of the European Union (OJEU),the MoD Defence Contracts Bulletin and www.dcocontracts.mod.uk Suppliers must read through this set of instructions and follow the process to respond to this opportunity. The information and/or documents for this opportunity are available on https://www.dcocontracts.mod.uk. You must register on this site to respond, if you are already registered you will not need to register again, simply use your existing username and password. Please note there is a password reminder link on the homepage. Suppliers must log in, go to your response manager and add the following Access Code: 7J5WUXUE5C. Please ensure you follow any instruction provided to you here. The deadline for submitting your response(s) is 01 April 2021 17.00. Please ensure that you allow yourself plenty of time when responding to this invite prior to the closing date and time, especially if you have been asked to upload documents. If you experience any difficulties please refer to the online Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) or the User Guides or contact the MOD DCO Helpdesk by emailing - support@contracts.mod.uk or call 0800 282 324. GO Reference: GO-2021212-DCB-17786320