Written question asked by Desmond Swayne (Conservative) on Tuesday, 15 January 2002, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 29 January 2002. It was answered by Lord Moonie (Labour) on Tuesday, 29 January 2002 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.

Ministry of Defence

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what steps he is taking to ensure that capabilities of the Falcon system remain as specified in the operational requirements issued in November 2000.

Answer: Mr. Swayne: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence what steps he is taking to ensure that capabilities of the Falcon system remain as specified in the operational requirements issued in November 2000. [28719] Dr. Moonie: A key element of Smart Acquisition is an evolutionary requirements process that reflects the need to trade between time, cost and performance. Therefore, the Falcon capability requirement may evolve from that set out in November 2000, to ensure delivery of the most effective solution within cost and time constraints. We will, however, ensure that the competing consortiums are kept fully informed of the requirements against which their bids are being assessed.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 28719; 379 c214W
Session: 2001-02
Subjects: Contracts Armed forces Army Defence equipment Procurement Radio Telecommunications Smart acquisition initiative
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