TENDER FOR THE PROVISION OF A RAPID DEPLOYABLE AIR RAID WARNING SYSTEM – CYPRUS
Reference
MOD/2026/003
Description
There is a need to supplement the Air Raid Warning Sirens that are currently in place at RAF Akrotiri. The requirement is for Air Raid Warning Sirens that can cover the distance of RAF Akrotiri and Akrotiri Village for community warning by delivering:
a. Distinct alert tones (e.g., air raid/imminent attack, all clear)
b. Voice messages pre-recorded in English and Greek
c. Remote activation capability
The system must be rapidly deployable, robust, and capable of operating in harsh environmental conditions. It should include solar power options or independent power supplies to ensure continuity during mains power failures.
Total value (estimated)
- £800,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 September 2026 to 31 August 2029
- 3 years
Main procurement category
Goods
CPV classifications
- 35121000 – Security equipment
- 35121100 – Alarm systems
Contract locations
- CY – Cyprus
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
2 July 2026, 12:00pm
Tender submission deadline
9 July 2026, 4:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Please submit via the Defence Equipment and Support e-procurement portal.
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Quality | Quality | 60% |
| Price | Price | 40% |
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Contracting authority
Ministry of Defence
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PVWZ-3216-PVQL
Main Building, Whitehall
London
SW1A 2HB
United Kingdom
Email: procurement@mod.gov.uk
Region: UKI32 – Westminster
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