Defence Industry Vendor Qualification (DIVQ) Program for the VIRGINIA-class Submarine (VCS)

Summary and scope

Project: ASC - Supplier, Capability and Innovation Portal Project owner: ASC PTY LTD Location: ACT, NSW, NT, QLD, SA, TAS, VIC, WA Australia NI, SI New Zealand Work package status: Open Scope: Full Scope Work package description: ASC is collaborating with U.S. shipbuilders to qualify Australian vendors for participation in the VCS supply chain. ASC is seeking high quality Australian businesses capable of providing products suited to marine environments, with a strong preference on aligning to the strategic priority of building Australian capabilities in support of Nuclear-Powered Submarines. In parallel to previous waves that have been listed for expression of interest, ASC is also seeking general submissions from sovereign Australian businesses whose capabilities can support U.S. shipbuilders and contribute to the sustainment of VCS for ASC. These capabilities may include chemical reagents, shoreside services, shore power tools, consulting services, spares and repairs, consumables and contingent labour. Download the attached Scope Document for further information. Project overview: ASC Pty Ltd has proudly served as Australia's sovereign submarine builder and sustainer for over 35 years. ASC built the Collins Class submarines and now sustains and upgrades the fleet at its facilities in Osborne, South Australia and Henderson, in Western Australia.Supported by its predominantly Australian supply chain and a highly skilled workforce, the company delivers world-class submarine performance to meet Royal Australian Navy operational requirements.With a history of innovation and collaboration, ASC has played a pivotal role in growing Australia's defence industry and strengthening the nation's naval capabilities.ASC is known for its supply chain excellence. A robust supply chain incorporating high levels of Australian industry capability and participation is central to ensuring reliability, excellence and security of supply. ASC is committed to maximising Australian industry involvement in its programs.ASC is preparing to deliver the Collins Class Submarine's Life of Type Extension (LOTE). This upgrade will continue the evolution of the fleet and maintain Australia's world-class submarine capability into the 2040s. The program will integrate leading international technology while maximising Australian industry participation.ASC is always searching for new Australian supply chain partners, including small to medium enterprises, to continue its delivery of world-class submarine performance. ASC is committed to a sovereign supply chain capability and to partnering with Overseas Equipment Manufacturers to achieve this.Suppliers interested in participating in programs at ASC are requested to respond to the ASC Expressions of Interest on the ICN portal.As ASC seeks to engage with industry on specific work requirements, suppliers with compatible capabilities will be contacted.The Sovereign Supply Chain Hub forms part of ASC's commitment to increase the participation of Australian Small to Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in the Collins Class Submarine Program and ASC's future programs, and includes the DIVQ program. For more information, click HERE.Upcoming EventASC will continue to advise of industry engagement events through ICN email notifications. To ensure you are kept up to date, please make sure you have a registered account with the ICN against the ASC Supplier portal.How to register an Expression of InterestThis is a general EOI submission and Work Packages currently available to submit an EOI for can be viewed by clicking the Work Packages tab above.Shortlisted companies will be invited to tender Work Packages as needed.To submit an initial EOI for the Work Scopes, companies must have an ICN Gateway company profile. Information on how to register your company on ICN Gateway is detailed below.ICN Gateway Company RegistrationClick here to create your company profile on ICN Gateway.Support and assistance is available through the web link belowYour company summary and company description are used to assess your ability to complete projects when you lodge an EOI - please ensure that your company invests the time and energy required to represent your company in the most effective manner possible.ICN Gateway User Guide