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704471450-MSS/143-PD3-003 CAN

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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04 Feb 2026 at 09:44

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Summary of the contracting process

This procurement process was conducted by the Ministry of Defence, focusing on the provision of Maritime Post Design and Technical Services under a framework agreement for the Royal Navy, managed by the Power, Propulsion, and Auxiliaries (PPA) Team within Defence Equipment Support (DES). The contract covered a range of global locations, including the United Kingdom, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, and beyond. The procurement falls within the technical support services industry category, classified under CPV code 71356300. The process followed a selective procurement method using a restricted procedure, conforming to DSPCR 2011 regulations, and reached the award stage on 4th February 2026. The framework agreement began on 12th August 2025 and is set to conclude on 8th October 2026, with a total value of £216,832,000.

This tender offers significant opportunities for business growth, especially for those specialising in technical support services within maritime and defence sectors. The framework structure allows small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and organisations with social enterprise focus (VCSEs) to participate through mini-competitions, providing a dynamic environment to secure call-off contracts. Large businesses, such as Scott Aerospace Ltd, already serve as suppliers, highlighting the capacity for both experienced industry players and capable newcomers to achieve substantial roles within the framework over its duration. The expansive geographic scope provides a diverse range of operational settings, enhancing business presence both domestically and internationally.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

704471450-MSS/143-PD3-003 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-ca8165fa-d454-400a-9cc9-67aa971cdbaa
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/676394b4-700d-4cb4-83f1-382b2ae8d675
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
4 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
15 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Aug 20256 months ago
Contract Period
11 Aug 2025 - 8 Oct 2026 1-2 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
Not specified
Contact Email
descommercial-mss143-pdats@mod.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

SCOTT AEROSPACE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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