Ministry of Defence - Open Naval Aviation Tender

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INVITATION FOR TENDERS
Preorian Republic
Project Adhar glas

This Invitation for Tenders follows the General Procurement Notice for this project which was
published on the MOD standard contracts and foreign investor report 2020

The Republic Ministry of Defence, hereinafter referred to as “MOD”, intends using funding from the available Research, Development & Strategic Procurement budget towards the cost of Project Adhar Glas.
The MOD now invites open tenders from contractors both international and domestic for the prospective contract presented here.

Project Adhar Glas

The Armed forces of the Republic, specifically the Naval Air Arm, have submitted a procurement requirement to replace the existing fleet of Naval Aviation assets for carrier-based operations. The requirement is based upon the following MOD-authourized capability requirements for a servicable 5th Generation carrier-based strike aircraft with the following criteria:

Criteria	Requirement
Length	15-19m
Wingspan	12-14m
Height	4-6m
Empty weight	Max 17,000KG
Internal fuel	Ideal 4,500-7,500KG
Weapons payload	Minimum 7,500KG
Max takeoff weight	Maximum 35,000KG
Range	Minimum 900 Nautical Miles
Combat radius on internal fuel	Minimum 550 Nautical Miles
Thrust/weight  • full fuel:  • 50% fuel:	(Minimum) 0.75 0.91
G limit	Minimum +7G
Max Speed	Minimum Mach 1.7 at Altitude
Carrier Compatibility	CATOBAR

Submitted bids may have leeway in contractual criteria depending on other factors, initial available budget for project is stated at 4BN $Equiv however budget is subject to negotiation dependent on fulfillment of the desired criteria laid out. (criteria is ideal based on availability of assets from potential applicants, project is seeking assets with production or sale of existing assets being immediately available within the stated timeframe)

The Naval Air Arm has laid out a requirement for at least 50 units to be operationally ready within a period of 3 years, (objective stated within MOD Emergency Procurement and Capability Acquirement Paper 2022).

[Daitō]

   Negishi Aerospace would be pleased to submit its J/G-28A/B Eclipse for consideration as the aircraft to acquired for Project Adhar Glas. At Negishi Aerospace, we pride ourselves on the quality of our aircraft. From the venerable fighters of the Great War to the world-class Q-7 and J/G-28 which currently serve our nation, our aircraft have inspired fear in the hearts of those who must go against them and admiration from both the pilots who fly them and the aircrews who service them. It is our sincerest hope, then, that the J/G-28 Eclipse platform will defend the Preorian Republic with the same vigor that it defends Daitō.

   But why should you pick the J/G-28 over other aircraft which might be considered? Certainly, it is an expensive air frame, but for the cost you pay upfront, over its service life, you will find that repairs are comparatively cheap. in terms of speed, it is one of the fastest carrier-based aircraft in service, with a maximum speed of around Mach 2.23. But speed alone cannot make a good aircraft, especially when dealing with the rigors of combat. Certainly more impressive, I would argue, is the advanced sensor suite which comes with the aircraft as mandated by the Joint Advanced Strike Technology (JAST) program. The Eclipse is equipped with the AN/ASQ-239 Barracuda electronics warfare suite, providing integrated radar warning, targeting support, and countermeasures under one system, all while providing reduced lifetime costs for the aircraft and providing improved situational awareness for pilot, up to a 360º view of the battlefield. The aircraft is also equipped with the AN/APG-81 Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) and the Electro-Optical Targeting System (EOTS) common to all JAST aircraft as well as the J-24 Tiger II.

   In terms of armament, the J/G-28 is capable of carrying up to 8,000 kg of payload, including a wide range of missiles, bombs, and other equipment. Of particular note, the J/G-28, like the J-19, J-24, and all other JAST platforms is equipped with the capability of deploying the AIM-152 AAAM, which has a maximum range of up to 185.2 kilometers. Other missiles, such as the AIM-7, AIM-9, and AIM-120 have also been integrated on the aircraft, while decoy missiles are set to be integrated with the platform by the end of 2023. Provided below is further information on the J/G-28. However, once again, Negishi Aerospace is hopeful that you will consider our aircraft and we sincerely wish to have a good working relationship with you.

Signed,
Rentarō Hasegawa,
CEO, Negishi Aerospace

Criteria	Requirement	J/G-28 A/B Eclipse
Length	15-19m	17.26 meters
Wingspan	12-14m	14.52 meters
Height	4-6m	3.19m
Empty weight	Max 17,000KG	15,059.27 kg
Internal fuel	Minimum 7,500KG	7,865.38 kg
Weapons payload	Minimum 7,500KG	9,734 kg
Max takeoff weight	Maximum 35,000KG	32,658.65 kg
Range	Minimum 900 Nautical Miles	1,450 nmi on internal fuel
Combat radius on internal fuel	Minimum 550 Nautical Miles	775 nmi
Thrust/weight  • full fuel:  • 50% fuel:	(Minimum) 0.75 0.91	1.388 1.675
G limit	Minimum +7G	+7.5, -3.4
Max Speed	Minimum Mach 1.7 at Altitude	Mach 2.23
Carrier Compatibility	CATOBAR	CATOBAR

[DaveIronside]

The East Moreland Aircraft Company would like to present two proposals for consideration of this tender. We believe that our company has demonstrated over the last decade a track record in innovation, excellence and performance. Our company has been privledged to supply the allies of East Moreland across Mundus with aircraft fulfilling a wide variety of roles and we are highly experienced in liasing with foreign governments and their Air Forces in order to fulfil their needs whether that be a royal aircraft for the Emir of Rayyu or basic training aircraft for Chistopol. While in theory each of these projects I will present to you are capable of being used "off the shelf" we also have a long history of working alongside our friends at SmartWar to build state of the art upgrade packages meaning that once you buy from EMAC you can be guaranteed of having access to cutting edge aircraft for the next two decades, and even possibly beyond.

The first project I wish to present is the F-2 Dragonskin]

EMAC's Display model

The aircraft has been used by both the East Moreland Air Force and Navy and has seen service in several other militaries around the world. The aircraft type has variants that can operate off of CATOBAR aircraft carriers or simply from land. During the conflict in Marseille the East Moreland Navy conducted well over 1000 sorties in the aircraft which demonstrated a great deal of success. While the exact set up of the aircraft can be tailor made the version in use by East Moreland utilises an Active electronically scanned array (AESA) radar system with a range of well over 200km that provides both high resolution imagery of the ground but also has the ability to actively track 40 targets simultaniously. As the radar has proven difficult to jam in combat conditions this provides your pilots with an excellent resource for their mission. In addition our operating systems allow the data gathered to be shared in real time with both other aircraft and ground stations meaning battlefield intelligence flows effortlessly. The aircraft currently also operates with a SmartWar Defensive Pod which allows the aircraft to detect threats from a variety of sources, provide 360° coverage, and automatically identify threats and respond to them deploying a variety of countermeasures. In terms of your other desired aspects I have outlined how we compare in red.

Criteria	Requirement
Length	15-19m 15.27m
Wingspan	12-14m 10.9m[/td]
Height	4-6m 5.34m
Empty weight	Max 17,000KG 10,300 kg
Internal fuel	Minimum 7,500KG 4,700 kg
Weapons payload	Minimum 7,500KG 9,500
Max takeoff weight	Maximum 35,000KG 24,500 kg
Range	Minimum 900 Nautical Miles Spoiler: show Ferry Range in combat configuration 2000nmi
Combat radius on internal fuel	Minimum 550 Nautical Miles Approx 700 nm
Thrust/weight  • full fuel:  • 50% fuel:	(Minimum) 0.75 / 0.998 0.91 / 1.16
G limit	Minimum +7G +9 −3.6 (Has recorded +11g in emergency)
Max Speed	Minimum Mach 1.7 at Altitude Mach 1.8
Carrier Compatibility	CATOBAR CATOBAR Compatible

One of the things that has over the years made EMAC stand out is its willingness to try new things and perhaps push conventions. While I am aware it does not meet several of your required criteria I believe that the options it does present could be useful to your military and therefore would like to place before you for consideration our SeaDragon Strike Fighter. The aircraft entered service in late 2018 to fulfil a role of providing our Navy with the ability to undertake operations that perhaps aircraft like the Dragonskin could not. The aircraft shares many of the radar systems of the Dragonskin however its shape and skin coating make it less visible to enemy radar.

SeaDragon

Criteria	Requirement
Length	15-19m 19.2
Wingspan	12-14m 13.4[/td]
Height	4-6m 5.2m
Empty weight	Max 17,000KG 13,900 kg
Internal fuel	Minimum 7,500KG 12,000 kilograms
Weapons payload	Minimum 7,500KG 2,000 kilograms
Max takeoff weight	Maximum 35,000KG 23,814 kg
Range	Minimum 900 Nautical Miles Spoiler: show 1,200 nautical miles
Combat radius on internal fuel	Minimum 550 Nautical Miles 750 nautical miles
Thrust/weight  • full fuel:  • 50% fuel:	(Minimum) 0.75 / 0.78 0.91 / 0.93
G limit	Minimum +7G +7.3 −3.2 (Has recorded +9.2g in emergency)
Max Speed	Minimum Mach 1.7 at Altitude Mach 1.6
Carrier Compatibility	CATOBAR CATOBAR Compatible

We thank you for giving our projects consideration and standby to answer any questions you have. Should you wish we can also dispatch our demonstrator models to your nation or you are naturally welcome to come to our HQ at Chamwick. We must however remind you that our company is bound by East Moreland law to gain export licences before selling either project however so long as a nation is a signatory of the Uppsala Convention and not on the East Moreland sanctions list this is a mere formality. I look forward to hearing of your decision.

May The Gods Watch Over You and Your Skies Be Blue

Sir Alan Maybury
CEO of EMAC

[Daitō]

   Zayasu Heavy Industries would like to offer the J-24 Tiger II for consideration in the Preorian Republic's Project Adhar Glas. Zayasu has, for decades, been a leading figure within the aerospace industry, first rising to prominence in the 1940s during the Great War before producing aircraft such as the J-2 Amanokaze, J-7 Tiger, P-2 Archer, P-3 Wraith and most recently, the P-10 Phantom and J-30 Shrike. It is, therefore, our opinion that the J-24 Tiger II, or "Jaguar". if you will, would be an excellent platform for the Preorian Navy. Though yes, its wingspan may, when fully extended, exceed the maximum wingspan required by the program, its capabilities alone would make it worth consideration in spite of this. For starters, the J-24 Tiger II offers a nigh-unparalleled fuel capacity, allowing for pilots to remain on station for longer and thus providing longer-term support for friendlies in the area. In terms of range, the J-24 is unparalleled—capable of reaching southern Tsukishima from Shinkyō without refueling—while its combat radius is equally impressive, at 1,000 nautical miles on internal fuel alone, which is more than enough to cover the entirety of mainland Daitō—or Preoria—as well as the Allied States of Ardia and western Rokkenjima.

   But we at Zayasu know that being the fastest and having the longest range isn't everything. Beyond its payload capacity, which is in itself significant at 9,800 kg, the J-24 Tiger II possesses an advanced array of sensors, ranging from the AN/APG-81 AESA—set to be upgraded to the AN/APG-85 in the coming years—to the EOTS, the crew of the J-24 have unprecedented situational awareness when in flight. The J-24 also includes an electronic warfare suite of its own which can be commanded by the aircraft's radar intercept officer, or RIO. The RIO can also serve as an airborne forward air controller (FAC) or, in the future, act as a drone controller flying several fighter-sized unmanned combat airborne vehicles, which will make the J-24 a force multiplier on the battlefield. And of course, the J-24 does have a variant of it which has improved electronic warfare equipment, which may be worth considering at a later date. The J-24 is capable of carrying a wide range of missiles and air-to-ground ordinance, including the AIM-152 AAAM. And of course, in the future, the J-24 will also be outfitted with radar absorbent material, pushing its already VLO design into the realm of fifth generation fighters. We at Zayasu Heavy Industries would like to thank you for your time, and we hope that we will be able to do business with you in the future.

Signed,
Ryūzō Saruta,
CEO, Zayasu Heavy Industries

Criteria	Requirement	J-24 Tiger II
Length	15-19m	18.682 m
Wingspan	12-14m	11.682 m wings swept 19.581 m wings extended
Height	4-6m	4.23 m
Empty weight	Max 17,000KG	16,330 kg
Internal fuel	Minimum 7,500KG	9,200 kg
Weapons payload	Minimum 7,500KG	9,800 kg
Max takeoff weight	Maximum 35,000KG	34,838 kg
Range	Minimum 900 Nautical Miles	3,000 nmi
Combat radius on internal fuel	Minimum 550 Nautical Miles	1,000 nmi
Thrust/weight  • full fuel:  • 50% fuel:	(Minimum) 0.75 0.91	1.115 1.272
G limit	Minimum +7G	+9.4, -3.3
Max Speed	Minimum Mach 1.7 at Altitude	Mach 2.38 at altitude
Carrier Compatibility	CATOBAR	CATOBAR

[RobertAgira]

Having consulted with the nations involved in the Sovereign Union of Nations the Project Zarptica teams are delighted to have permission to put their aircraft forward for your consideration.

The Zarptica is a highly capable fifth-generation fighter aircraft that is designed to operate from aircraft carriers. The Zarptica features a canard delta wing configuration, twin engines, and the AESA radar. These features give the Zarptica excellent maneuverability, range, and survivability.
The Zarptica is also equipped with a variety of advanced weapons, including beyond-visual-range air-to-air missile, the Sukom anti-radiation missile, and the Helina anti-tank missile. This gives the Zarptica a significant edge over enemy aircraft and ground targets. In addition to its combat capabilities, the Zarptica is also equipped with a suite of electronic warfare (EW) systems to jam enemy radars and communications. This makes the Zarptica a valuable asset for both offensive and defensive operations. The Zarptica is the perfect choice for any nation that requires a CATOBAR carrier-capable aircraft. The Zarptica's advanced capabilities and modular design make it a cost-effective and reliable solution for any navy.

The aircraft specifications requested are

Length: 16.30 m (53 ft 6 in)
Wingspan: 11.20 m (36 ft 9 in) (unfolded), 7.6m (24 ft 11 in) (folded)
Height: 5.2 m (17 ft 1 in)
Empty Weight: 13,000 kg (28,660 lb)
Internal Fuel: 7,000 kg (15,430 lb)
Weapons Payload: 6,000 kg (13,228 lb)
Max Takeoff Weight: 26,000 kg (57,320 lb)
Range: 3,500 nautical miles (6,500 km)
Combat Radius on Internal Fuel: 1,000 nautical miles (1,852 km)
Thrust/Weight Ratio on Full Fuel: 1.02
Thrust/Weight Ratio on 50% Fuel: 1.25
G-Limits: +9/-3
Maximum Speed at Altitude: Mach 1.6

In addition to this specifications we would like to outline that the Zarptica is equipped for buddy in flight refuelling. Also as the project involves four nations providing input this project would make, if selected, an ideal opportunity to form working relationships with several other nations.

[Beatrice]

While the Kingdom of Clysperis might not have the name recognition of those who are vying for your bid I would wish to offer the F32 Osiris for your consideration. This is the second indigenous aircraft designed by Clysperi hands, the first being the F34 Anubis. If selected, Clysperis would be willing to work with Preorian officials to incorporate your concerns for a more localized version of the F32, with great latitude being granted for deviations from those specifications utilized by the Royal Clysperi Air Force. I believe that the flexibility afforded with this arrangement should compensate for the lack of name recognition and establishment of Clysperis in this field.

This platform may not be as established as other players in this field, but given that this is the first Clysperi foray into this field and you are looking for an option tailored to your interests, our collaboration could yield results which would not otherwise be achievable if we were working on our own. While some components may be foreign sourced, I have been informed by those focused on the defense of the Clysperi People that such procurements were undertaken only as necessary to meet the goals of the project.

I look forward to your reply, and to working on arrangements should the F32 be selected by Preoria. Perhaps we can make the F32 something greater than the options presently before us through working together?

Yours in friendship;

Akasha Di-‘nh-mi-Re, Sovereign of Sovereigns, Divine of Appearance, Beloved of Amun, Chosen of Ra, Lord of the Three Lands, Ruler of Justice like Ra, High Priest of Every Temple, the Eye of Horus, Voice of Ma'at, Satisfied is the heart of Ra.

Criteria	Requirement	F23 Osiris
Length	15-19m	17.3m meters
Wingspan	12-14m	11.5 m
Height	4-6m	4.8 m
Empty weight	Max 17,000KG	17.6k KG
Internal fuel	Minimum 7,500KG	7,547.32 kg
Weapons payload	Minimum 7,500KG	2,268 kg internal with 6 additional hardpoints for 6,000kg externally
Max takeoff weight	Maximum 35,000KG	28,000 kg
Range	Minimum 900 Nautical Miles	1,450 nmi on internal fuel
Combat radius on internal fuel	Minimum 550 Nautical Miles	1,200 km (750 mi, 650 nmi) on internal fuel
Thrust/weight  • full fuel:  • 50% fuel:	(Minimum) 0.75 0.91	1.275 1.343
G limit	Minimum +7G	+9/-3 G
Max Speed	Minimum Mach 1.7 at Altitude	Mach 1.8
Carrier Compatibility	CATOBAR	CATOBAR

[Achkaerin]

The Achkaerin Aeronautical Development Company (AADC) would like to submit for your consideration the Anglachel. This is a very capable aircraft designed primarily around the ethos of the Achkaerinese military which put simply is high mobility and surgical precision, the Anglachel embodies these points with a high altitude speed of mach 2.2 and the capability to carry on ten hardpoints variations of missiles, bombs and equipment pods it does also come with a revolver cannon for defensive purposes. It comes equipped for electronic warfare and features a top of the range night and thermal vision camera/heads up display system with it's own wide area display screen, allowing for precise target acquisition on the part of the pilot and the weapons systems, it also comes equipped with a tactical data link system, ASEA radar and an IRST system. The design does embody some stealth features which assists the  ability of the aircraft to perform at close, mid, long and extreme ranges. Overall this is an agile, high performance aircraft that packs a solid punch. I do inform you that standing Achkaerinese policy on weapons export does would require signatory status of the Uppsala which I note Preoria holds. If you should wish a demonstration of the aircraft or wish to ask questions about the Anglachel please don't hesitate to contact us. Thank you considering this bid.

Signed

Sir Darren Eagle
CEO Achkaerin Aeronautical Development Company

 

Criteria	Requirement	Anglachel
Length	15-19m	17.2m
Wingspan	12-14m	12.2m
Height	4-6m	4.5m
Empty weight	Max 17,000KG	8,000 kg
Internal fuel	Minimum 7,500KG	7,800 kg
Weapons payload	Minimum 7,500KG	7,500 kg
Max takeoff weight	Maximum 35,000KG	20,000 kg
Range	Minimum 900 Nautical Miles	2,800 nmi
Combat radius on internal fuel	Minimum 550 Nautical Miles	1,000 nmi
Thrust/weight  • full fuel:  • 50% fuel:	(Minimum) 0.75 0.91	1.04 1.26
G limit	Minimum +7G	+9/-3
Max Speed	Minimum Mach 1.7 at Altitude	Mach 2.2 at altitude
Carrier Compatibility	CATOBAR	CATOBAR

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MOD Desk of Requisitions and Development

Office of Communications

The Ministry of Defence is thankful for the input of valued industrial representatives during this tender process, we appreciate the significant number of bids and thoroughness of the applications in understanding the needs put forward by our Naval Air Arm.

With that said finalizing a decision on this process has been a difficult task, requiring both decisions from our Requisitions Team as well as the advise of an expert panel of independent industry representatives hired to ensure that the decision-making process would genuinely suit the needs of the Ministry of Defence and act fairly towards those who have submitted bids.

After thoroughly deliberating the qualities and pricepoints of the submitted bids we have come to a decision. This has been attached below:-


The Ministry of Defence, after reviewing the options presented has selected the following two bids for proceeding to stage 2 of the tendering process and will offer to purchase the quantities laid out as well as the expected timeframe for delivery of any purchased assets:

1: Negishi Aerospace - J/G-28A/B Eclipse

The Ministry of Defence would like to extend an offer to Negishi Aerospace to purchase 50 units of J/G-28A/B Aircraft, capital has been earmarked to fund the acquisition of these assets over a timetable of 3 years, we would also like to extend an offer to dispatch Development Group personnel to investigate the possibility of making specific alterations of equipment and capabilities to better suit the needs of the Naval Air Arm.

2: Zayasu Heavy Industries - J-24 Tiger II

The Ministry of Defence would like to extend an offer to Zayasu Heavy Industries to purchase 30 units of J-24 Tiger II Aircraft, initial project funding has been allocated to purchase 30 units for an immediate transfer process to provide an intermediate replacement option whilst the J/G-28A is acquired to fill the current capability gap in the NAA equipment park under the Emergency Operational Theatre Requirements Act.

Project Runner-Up Pick:

3: Clysperis - F-32

Whilst the F-32 does not meet all the necessary criteria for this contract, the Ministry of Defence, upon reviewing other needs of the Naval Aviation branch has decided that there is sufficient funding within the current budget to allocate a second, smaller contract for an STOL-capable aircraft to replace the current M-21V fleet and would like to directly invite the Clysperi government to sustain their bid for a second tender-application for this additional project as it is understood an STOL-capable variant exists.

We would like to thank all participants in this tender process for both their time and interest, and would like to offer those companies that were not selected to fulfill this contract to maintain contact with the Ministry of Defence for future contract and business oppertunities.

As per the previous statement, due to the success of this open tender, a second tender will be submitted soon after a capability report is established to establish a suitable successor to the M-21V STOL Fleet. We would invite any unsuccessful applicants to engage with us in this matter if they possess a suitable project or existing asset.