UK outlines Dreadnought training requirement
The UK MoD has issued a document calling for expressions of interest (EoI) to become the Dreadnought Crew Training Prime and Integrator.
According to MoD procurement organisation Defence Equipment & Support (DE&S), the eventual contract is classed as B1. This denotes a value of £100 million to $250 million ($122 million to $305 million).
Considering the scope of the requirement, it is likely to be closer to £250 million by the time it is delivered.
Responses are due by 30 July 2020 and an invitation to tender is planned for release on 7 September. A contract award is expected on
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