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704399451-65 - MSS/142 MRO073_CAN

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence has concluded a procurement process, specifically for Maritime Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul services as part of their Power, Propulsion and Auxiliaries Team's support to the Royal Navy. The completed contract, part of a broader framework running until 31 March 2031 with an allocated maximum value of £317 million, pertains to the provision of Marine Transmissions Steering and Stabilising items. The contract, awarded under a selective procurement method following a restricted procedure, is applicable globally, including the UK and several British Territories. Initiated through a framework agreement, the award was made via mini-competitions, with the most recent call-off contract initiated on 21 November 2025 and concluding on 27 April 2026.

This tender represents significant opportunities for businesses involved in maritime repair and maintenance, specifically those offering services related to warship components. The framework suits a diverse range of suppliers, including SMEs and VCSEs, given the competitive nature of call-off invitations and consistent opportunities for contract awards throughout its lifespan. Companies capable of providing innovative maritime solutions and those with a focus on the defence sector would be well-positioned to leverage this tender to foster business growth and secure a role within the Ministry of Defence’s supportive framework for the Royal Navy.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

704399451-65 - MSS/142 MRO073_CAN

Notice Description

MRO - Maritime Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul. The Power, Propulsion and Auxiliaies (PPA) Team, which is part of the ships operating centre within Defence Equipment Support (DES) provides global support to the Royal Navy. PPA has set up a Framework agreement to provide maintenance, repair and overhaul to Royal Naval Platforms through an established set of suppliers. There is a possibility that during the life of the proposed contract that the size of HM Naval Fleet may increase or decrease. The support contract took the form of a Framework arrangement and has been awarded under DSPCR 2011 regulations. Call-Off contracts were awarded to 16 suppliers via call-off competitions. Mini-Competitions are held throughout the life of the framework agreement. This mini-competition was for the provision of Marine Transmissions Steering and Stabilising items. The awarded call-off contract value was determined subsequent to a competitive exercise undertaken in accordance with the framework terms. The overall framework contract runs to 31 March 2031 and has a maximum value of PS317m.The call-off contract value is withheld due to commercial sensitivities and the ongoing competitive nature of the Framework.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1b785c81-00f3-4f84-8488-af2db621c2cb
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e1485956-b1a7-4778-87ba-a0e86217bfb1
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

50640000 - Repair and maintenance services of warships

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£317,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
29 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
21 Nov 2025 - 27 Apr 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS34 8JH
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Stoke Park & Cheswick
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

VOITH TURBO

Further Information

Notice Documents

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