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704399451-49 - MSS/142 MRO061_CAN

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence has established a comprehensive framework agreement for maritime maintenance, repair, and overhaul services, designated under the title "704399451-49 - MSS/142 MRO061_CAN," with a focus on the Defence Equipment Support (DES) Power, Propulsion and Auxiliaies Team. This framework aims to provide global support to the Royal Navy, accommodating potential changes in the HM Naval Fleet's size during the contract duration. It is governed by DSPCR 2011 regulations and includes a selective procurement method through a restricted procedure. The overall contract is valued at £317 million with a concluding date set for 31 March 2031. Notably, the current tender stage has reached completion, following mini-competitions specifically targeting Marine Fire Evacuation and Survival items. Delivery is to occur across diverse regions including British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, the Isle of Man, and the United Kingdom, with contracts running from 2nd July 2025 to 3rd April 2026.

This procurement process offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in the maritime sector, particularly those specialising in repair and maintenance services of warships. The framework allows for the participation of SMEs and voluntary, community, and social enterprises, fostering inclusive competition. Companies possessing expertise in marine evacuation systems would find this contract particularly appealing. The Ministry of Defence, known for collaborating with renowned entities such as BAE Systems Surface Ships Limited, Scott Aerospace, and CARWOOD MOTOR UNIT LTD, showcases its dedication to leveraging specialised knowledge and capacities to optimise the operational readiness of the Royal Navy’s fleet. Such collaborations could result in the establishment of long-term business partnerships and provide a substantial growth platform for qualified suppliers in this sector.

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Notice Title

704399451-49 - MSS/142 MRO061_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 Fire Evacuation and Survival 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.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-8f8aa235-0543-40c9-8282-6b5418f59769
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/945299a2-ea49-441e-a557-bf9e0efdeaae
Current Stage
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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
16 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
24 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
1 Jul 2025 - 3 Apr 2026 6-12 months
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
4
Supplier Names

BAE SYSTEMS SURFACE SHIPS

BASETEK

CARWOOD MOTOR UNIT

SCOTT AEROSPACE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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