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05 Aug 2026 at 15:06

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence, based in Bristol, has concluded its tender process titled "704399451-2-100 MSS/143 PD2-100 CAN" under the Defence Equipment Support division, specifically the Power, Propulsion, and Auxiliaries Team. This procurement, part of a framework agreement aiming to provide post-design and technical services, falls within the Technical Support Services industry category (CPV: 71356300). The contract supports Royal Navy platforms and was executed using a selective, restricted procedure above the threshold defined by DSPCR 2011 regulations. The award stage has been completed, with key dates including the tender period ending on 24th May 2026 and the contract running from 5th August to 23rd December 2026. The provisions will cover global locations, including the UK, Europe, and British Overseas Territories, among others.

This tender creates significant opportunities for businesses desiring to engage with the Ministry of Defence, particularly in the realm of technical support for maritime post-design and technical services. The framework structure, supporting mini-competitions, is conducive for SMEs and VCSEs seeking to expand their reach in governmental contracts. Companies with capabilities in technical support services and an interest in securing governmental contracts with the MOD stand to benefit. Given the diverse geographical requirements, businesses with an international operational capacity are well-equipped to meet the demands of this framework agreement, thus fostering potential growth and strategic expansion.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

704399451-2-100 MSS/143 PD2-100 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: Lot 2 Technical Support Products.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a072a1d5-1201-44c5-8faf-07c190a9661b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fec34c86-0c4a-40cd-a0d7-58f60cf403ed
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
£1
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£181,966 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Aug 2026Today
Submission Deadline
24 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Jul 20264 weeks ago
Contract Period
4 Aug 2026 - 23 Dec 2026 1-6 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
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
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

BMT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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