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704399451-39 - MSS/142 MRO049_CAN

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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26 Jan 2026 at 17:14

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Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence (MOD), located in Bristol, England, has completed an award stage for a public procurement process titled "MRO - Maritime Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul," which falls under the industry category of repair and maintenance services of warships. This procurement, conducted through a restricted procedure above the threshold, supports the Royal Navy globally with the potential adjustment in the HM Naval Fleet size over the framework's duration. The framework agreement runs until 31 March 2031, with a contract value up to £317 million. The most recent award, published on 26 January 2026, results from a mini-competition under this framework, where a call-off contract was executed on 7 March 2025, lasting until 20 November 2026. The procurement could involve delivery across various locations including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for companies involved in maritime engineering services, particularly those capable of providing comprehensive maintenance and repair services for naval platforms. With the Ministry of Defence as the buyer, the framework supports engagement with multiple suppliers through mini-competitions, favouring SMEs and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs). The nature of the call-off contracts means there are regular opportunities to compete for work, enabling businesses to secure recurring engagements and broaden their client base within the public sector's maritime operations.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

704399451-39 - MSS/142 MRO049_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 Electrical, Power and Distribution 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-b5fd17-34c32f7a-ede7-43f4-b1dc-b54179b5ff6f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c54c5aba-7e71-425a-a8b8-0f0629ae98a2
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
26 Jan 20264 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
21 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
7 Mar 2025 - 20 Nov 2026 1-2 years
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

M E L AVIATION

Further Information

Notice Documents

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