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707920450 - PHOENIX 3 MOD WHITE FLEET MANAGEMENT SERVICES - Contract Documents

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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19 Mar 2026 at 12:35

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Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence has awarded a contract to Babcock Land Defence Limited for the provision of White Fleet Management Services, under the reference 707920450. This procurement falls within the vehicle-fleet management services category and encompasses a substantial region including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the United Kingdom among others. The contract, valued at approximately £133.23 million excluding VAT, is set to commence on 26th February 2026, extending until 28th February 2036. The initial term spans five years, with potential extensions totalling a decade. The procurement, completed through a limited negotiated procedure without prior publication, reflects a significant commitment in fleet management services by the Ministry of Defence.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for large-scale businesses specialising in vehicle management services. The notable budget allocation and the extensiveness of the region covered indicate considerable potential for business growth, particularly for firms with capabilities in managing large fleets. Although not specifically targeting SMEs or VCSEs, enterprises with expertise in logistics, fleet leasing, or vehicle supply chains will find this contract advantageous. Engaging in this contract could enable suppliers to expand their operational footprint and client base across diverse geographical territories, offering a prolonged and lucrative affiliation with a major government entity like the Ministry of Defence.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

707920450 - PHOENIX 3 MOD WHITE FLEET MANAGEMENT SERVICES - Contract Documents

Notice Description

The Authority has placed a contract for the White Fleet Management Services. The estimated total value is PS133.23m excluding VAT across 10 years. The initial contract term shall be 5 years, with the option of extending for up to five one-year periods. As such, the contract shall have a total possible duration of 10 years. In addition to the core charges estimated at PS133.23m excluding VAT, there are 'pass-through' charges for the cost of the vehicle hire or lease which are estimated at circa PS1.608bn excluding VAT, across 10 years. The costs of the vehicle hire, or lease shall be paid to the vehicle Suppliers.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e3e1b65b-c54f-4593-950c-121e1192f0dd
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Negotiated procedure without prior publication (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

50111100 - Vehicle-fleet management services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£133,234,418 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£133,234,418 £100M-£1B
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
9 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Feb 20261 months ago
Contract Period
26 Feb 2026 - 28 Feb 2036 Over 5 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

BABCOCK LAND DEFENCE

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