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713253451 - The Provision of UK Sub-Aqua Diving

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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24 Mar 2025 at 09:07

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Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence has completed the procurement process for the provision of UK sub-aqua diving services as part of the Joint Service Adventurous Training (JSAT) programme. The awarded contract, valued at £396,000, has been granted to Stoney Cove Limited. The sub-aqua diving training, essential for developing operational capability through Adventurous Leadership and Resilience Training (ALeRT), will be delivered in the East Midlands region. The contract commenced on 1st April 2025 and will run until 31st March 2028, following a selective, restricted procedure that ensures compliance with Defence Diving Regulations and AATC policies.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in sporting services and diving instruction. The focus on adventurous training and resilience makes it an excellent opportunity for SMEs to engage in government contracts, particularly those experienced in delivering rigorous, safety-compliant training programmes. Companies with expertise in sub-aqua diving and adherence to industry standards such as BSAC would be well-suited to compete for similar future tenders, thereby expanding their portfolio and boosting their presence in the defence training sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

713253451 - The Provision of UK Sub-Aqua Diving

Notice Description

Joint Service Adventurous Training (JSAT) seeks to improve the operational capability of Defence by developing its Service Personnel through the provision of Adventurous Leadership and Resilience Training (ALeRT). Sub-Aqua diving remains a cornerstone JSAT activity and is particularly effective at developing an individual's understanding of how they respond to stress and nurturing effective coping strategies. The requirement objectives are; A provision of UK-based sub-aqua diving to enable Army Adventurous Training Centre (AATC) to achieve the Statement Of Training Requirement for BSAC Ocean Diver and Sports Diver courses. To deliver this end state safely and in accordance with BSAC, Defence Diving Regulations and AATC policies and operating procedures. This contract has been awarded to Stoney Cove Ltd.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-58534f72-2034-4dad-865f-ef0e5bf5d474
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/65ba5074-0975-4b33-a988-698d606a1523
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

CPV Codes

92600000 - Sporting services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£396,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£396,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
18 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2028 3-4 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 Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2HB
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

STONEY COVE

Further Information

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