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704399451-57 - MSS/142 MRO066_CAN

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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23 Jan 2026 at 14:47

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, conducted by the Ministry of Defence, involves a significant framework agreement titled "704399451-57 - MSS/142 MRO066_CAN," focusing on Maritime Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul services. The industry category is "Repair and maintenance services of warships," with activities supporting the Royal Navy. The framework runs until 31 March 2031 with an overall maximum value of £317 million and covers regions including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, and the Rest of the World. The procurement was conducted using a selective method under the Defence and Security Public Contracts Regulations 2011, with a restricted procedure. The award stage is complete, and the contract commenced on 22 April 2025, ending on 7 October 2025.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses, especially those specialising in maritime services, repair, and overhaul sectors. As call-off competitions are part of this framework, companies with capabilities in electrical propulsion systems and related services are well-positioned to benefit. Moreover, with the framework being suitable for SMEs and VCSEs, as indicated, smaller businesses and social enterprises can participate in these mini-competitions, which are crucial for fostering growth and expanding their footprint in the defence sector. Businesses looking to engage with the Ministry of Defence may find this contract a strategic entry point due to its extensive duration and significant value.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

704399451-57 - MSS/142 MRO066_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 electrical propulsion 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-ee31b3c9-1e55-46ce-b52b-1d334c53d80f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8bdd1205-0b9b-44f3-8953-dae18b5a9e18
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

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
23 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
14 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Apr 202510 months ago
Contract Period
21 Apr 2025 - 7 Oct 2025 1-6 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

BASETEK

Further Information

Notice Documents

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