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Fibre Optic Compass System (FOCS) In-Service Support Contract-UK5

Buyer: Defence Equipment and Support

Published
25 August 2026
Estimated value
£5,700,000
Procedure
Direct award
Lots
1
Notice number
080932-2026
Reference
ocds-h6vhtk-06ebc3
Official source
Official source

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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.

Awards

Awarded toAmountDate
Lockheed Martin UK Ltd £5,700,000 —

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