In-Service Support for Abrasive Cutting Equipment (ACE) for WWII Air-Dropped Weapons Disposal
Ministry of Defence, Land Equipment, Special Projects SCM (SPSCM) · Awarded contract
AwardedIn-Service Support for Abrasive Cutting Equipment (ACE) for WWII Air-Dropped Weapons Disposal
Awarded 31 May 2020
Awarded31 May 2020
Value£800,000.00
SupplierAB Precision (POOLE) Limted
RegionSouth West
CategoryDefense & Aerospace
Ended 3y 5mo ago2y 12mo term
Awarded 31 May 2020Expired 30 May 2023
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Ministry of Defence, Land Equipment, Special Projects SCM (SPSCM) awarded a contract to AB Precision (POOLE) Limited for in-service support of Abrasive Cutting Equipment (ACE) systems used to cut through the outer casings of WWII air-dropped weapons.
The contract covers servicing and maintenance of ACE systems currently in service, along with an ad hoc tasking mechanism.
The ACE system has been in service since 1999 and has been supported by the Original Equipment Manufacturer (AB Precision) since its introduction.
The contract value is £800,000.
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In-Service Support for Abrasive Cutting Equipment (ACE) for WWII Air-Dropped Weapons Disposal
Won by AB Precision (POOLE) Limted · Ministry of Defence, Land Equipment, Special Projects SCM (SPSCM)
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