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704399451-71 - MSS/142 MRO082-CAN

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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21 Nov 2025 at 10:12

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Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence, located in Bristol, is undertaking a public procurement process titled "704399451-71 - MSS/142 MRO082-CAN," focusing on the maritime maintenance, repair, and overhaul of Royal Naval platforms. This process is classified under the industry category of "Repair and maintenance services of warships," with operations extending globally, including the UK, British Overseas Territories, the Channel Islands, and beyond. As of this procurement stage, the award has been completed following a selective procurement method using a restricted procedure above the threshold under DSPCR 2011 regulations. Significant dates include the initiation of the contract on 5th August 2025, running until 4th March 2026, with the overall framework set to continue until 31st March 2031, holding a maximum value of £317 million.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in ship maintenance, particularly those capable of delivering power items as part of maritime operations. With a structured framework agreement, companies have the opportunity to participate in ongoing mini-competitions throughout the contract's duration, offering a stable pipeline of work. The project is well-suited for SMEs and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE) given their eligibility per the procurement's suitability criteria. The involvement of prominent suppliers like BAE Systems Surface Ships Limited highlights the competitive landscape, suggesting opportunities for businesses with capabilities in large-scale maritime support to establish or enhance their presence in the defence industry's supply chain.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

704399451-71 - MSS/142 MRO082-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 power 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.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a50277a6-dab6-4415-9404-f8b4f3cfc4c8
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9b50205e-b9be-4839-ac47-854e03352aee
Current Stage
Award
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
21 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
25 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Aug 20256 months ago
Contract Period
4 Aug 2025 - 4 Mar 2026 6-12 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
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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

BAE SYSTEMS SURFACE SHIPS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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