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704471450-MSS/143-PD3-020 CAN

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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03 Feb 2026 at 12:01

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Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence has completed a public procurement process titled "704471450-MSS/143-PD3-020 CAN" under the award stage, focusing on the provision of Maritime Post Design and Technical Services. This procurement falls under the industry category of technical support services, with operations extending to locations in the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Europe, and other global regions. Initiated through a selective procurement method as a restricted procedure (above threshold), the framework agreement commenced in December 2025 and will run until December 2026. The award related to this procurement was made to GE Energy Power Conversion UK Limited, indicating a structured approach to supporting Royal Naval Platforms. The overall value of the framework is set at £216,832,000, with mini-competitions held periodically throughout its duration.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for businesses with expertise in maritime engineering and technical support services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged to engage, as the procurement places importance on inclusivity within these sectors. The framework’s structure, involving scheduled mini-competitions, presents recurring opportunities for businesses to secure contracts, enhancing prospects for long-term growth. Companies with a focus on defence technology and service provision stand particularly well-suited to leverage this opportunity, participating in a competitive yet rewarding market space within the defence sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

704471450-MSS/143-PD3-020 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-f0ded81f-e820-4cb9-aa51-67b8a31e787f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cf2aeeb3-1321-41ea-83a6-cdeb76a68996
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
3 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
21 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
9 Dec 2025 - 9 Dec 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

GE ENERGY POWER CONVERSION

Further Information

Notice Documents

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