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704471450-MSS/143-PD2-005 CAN

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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20 Jan 2026 at 09:53

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, led by the Ministry of Defence, concerns the contract titled "PDaTS - Maritime Post Design and Technical Services." This falls under the industry category of technical analysis or consultancy services, specifically for Defence Equipment Support. This process supports the Royal Navy's global operational needs and involves a selective procurement method under a restricted procedure above the threshold, adhering to the DSPCR 2011 regulations. Taking place across several locations, including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, and the United Kingdom, the tender is in the "Award" stage as of 20th January 2026. The contract has a total value of £216,832,000, with a contract period from 20th December 2024 to 31st January 2025.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses engaged in maritime technical services to solidify their position as preferred suppliers to the Ministry of Defence. The framework agreement supports an ongoing procurement process with mini-competitions, allowing both SMEs and larger companies to participate. The successful bidder, Scott Aerospace Ltd, is an indication of the scope and competitive nature of the framework. It opens doors for businesses in technical consultancy with capabilities of supporting complex naval operations, thus fostering business growth within the defence sector. Companies skilled in naval technical support, particularly in propulsion, power, and auxiliary systems, are well-positioned to benefit from such procurement processes.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

704471450-MSS/143-PD2-005 CAN

Notice Description

PDaTS - Maritime Post Design and Technical Services. The Power, Propulsion and Auxiliaries (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 Post Design and Technical Services 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 28 suppliers. Mini-Competitions are held throughout the life of the framework agreement. This mini-competition was for the provision of Technical Support Products, Call-off price withheld due to commercial sensitivities and the ongoing competitive nature of the Framework.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-6da079c2-4357-4640-a560-b100480027ca
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/50b4db01-fb1d-4967-a319-efe6924fddc7
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71621000 - Technical analysis or consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£216,832,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
13 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Dec 20241 years ago
Contract Period
20 Dec 2024 - 31 Jan 2025 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
Not specified
Contact Email
descommercial-mss143-pdats@mod.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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 AEROSPACE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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