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704471450-MSS/143-PD3-012 CAN

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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10 Feb 2026 at 10:12

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Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence, located in Bristol, has completed a procurement process for the "PDaTS - Maritime Post Design and Technical Services" contract, which falls under the technical support services category (CPV code: 71356300). This procurement, executed using a selective method under DSPCR 2011 regulations, resulted in a framework agreement initiated on 4th April 2025. The contract serves the Royal Navy platforms and could see changes in the fleet size over its life. Notably, the contract period spans from 10th July 2025 to 1st October 2027, covering several locations, including the British Oversea Territories, United Kingdom, and elsewhere. Expleo UK Limited was awarded via a framework with a total value of £216,832,000, emphasising the project's substantial scale.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in technical support services, especially those with experience in maritime applications. It is particularly suited for SMEs and VCSEs owing to its suitability criteria, offering prospects for business growth both in the UK and internationally. The competitive nature of the framework, with mini-competitions throughout its term, opens avenues for various companies to participate and secure call-off contracts. Companies with capabilities in power, propulsion, and auxiliary systems within naval platforms will find this contract highly relevant to their specialisation, allowing them to expand their client base within the government sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

704471450-MSS/143-PD3-012 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 Services, Call-off price withheld due to commercial sensitivities and the ongoing competitive nature of the Framework.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-935d43b7-3770-4154-a524-d42d7ffe3306
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7240e785-6b55-4d24-8944-cb503f52fc48
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

71356300 - Technical support 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
10 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
2 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Apr 202510 months ago
Contract Period
9 Jul 2025 - 1 Oct 2027 2-3 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

EXPLEO

Further Information

Notice Documents

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