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707614450 - In Service Support of Extended Duration Breathing Apparatus

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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Summary of the contracting process

The UK Ministry of Defence, through its Defence Equipment and Support Group, has completed a direct single-source procurement process with Scott Health & Safety Ltd for the in-service support of Extended Duration Breathing Apparatus, a critical firefighting capability for the Navy. The contract, valued at £12,245,000 and awarded to Scott Health & Safety Ltd, spans from 26th June 2025 to 31st March 2028, with an option to extend for two additional years. The procurement process followed a direct procurement method, details specifying a negotiated procedure without prior publication. This contract encompasses support for existing equipment and potential additional procurements, serving locations including British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, the United Kingdom, and globally.

This tender presents significant opportunities for SMEs specialising in the maintenance and supply of firefighting and safety equipment, particularly those with capabilities in supporting critical defence infrastructure. Businesses equipped to deliver robust, high-quality service support and supply chain solutions in the defence sector, and particularly those aiming to expand their market reach to various territories within and beyond the United Kingdom, stand to benefit from such contracts. Given the nature of the procurement and its classifications under the CPV as "Breathing apparatus for firefighting," it suits businesses with experience in safety equipment for naval applications and a strategic interest in government contracts, potentially leading to growth and enhanced visibility in this niche market.

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Notice Title

707614450 - In Service Support of Extended Duration Breathing Apparatus

Notice Description

Defence Equipment and Support Group (DE&S), part of the UK Ministry of Defence (the Authority), have placed a single source contract with Scott Health & Safety Ltd who are owned by 3M. This contract will be for the In-Service Support of the current Extended Duration Breathing Apparatus (EDBA) which is an In-Service Navy Capability which enables vessels and shore establishments to perform firefighting duties. This contract has been placed for the term of 26th June 2025 up to 31st March 2028, with two one-year option periods to extend. The total contract value published reflects all anticipated requirements over the full potential duration of the contract, including the option years. This encompasses the support and sustainment of existing equipment, as well as any additional procurements necessary to ensure the continued delivery of this critical capability.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-213537f6-c484-4cc4-ad7e-6200229dc83b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ea16ce0c-e54c-4190-8760-60c5c752a946
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Negotiated procedure without prior publication (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment


CPV Codes

35111100 - Breathing apparatus for firefighting

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£12,245,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£12,245,000 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Jun 20258 months ago
Contract Period
25 Jun 2025 - 31 Mar 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

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

SCOTT HEALTH AND SAFETY

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