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704399451-67 - MSS/142 MRO076_CAN

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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26 Jan 2026 at 11:46

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Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence has completed the awarding stage for a procurement process titled "704399451-67 - MSS/142 MRO076_CAN," focused on Maritime Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul services within the Defence Equipment Support framework. The procurement falls under the "Repair and maintenance services of warships" industry category, applying to multiple global locations, including British Overseas Territories, the Channel Islands, Europe, the Isle of Man, and the United Kingdom. The selected procurement method was a restricted procedure (above threshold), involving a call-off framework that runs until 31 March 2031, with a total maximum value of £317 million. The awarded call-off contract began on 26 August 2025 and will end on 27 May 2026, involving multiple suppliers, including Basetek Limited and CARWOOD MOTOR UNIT LTD.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in defence and maritime repair industries, particularly those suited to engaging in competitive call-off frameworks. Eligible small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) could benefit from participating in this multi-supplier arrangement, unlocking possibilities for regular business through mini-competitions held during the framework's term. Companies providing mechanical system items with capabilities in repair and maintenance services of warships are well-positioned to compete for future opportunities within this expansive framework.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

704399451-67 - MSS/142 MRO076_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 Mechanical System 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-f3c02214-42cc-4cf3-b28e-6cc5ea434dda
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/39913a10-1459-4901-9305-53381351cc7b
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
26 Jan 20264 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
7 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Aug 20256 months ago
Contract Period
25 Aug 2025 - 27 May 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
2
Supplier Names

BASETEK

CARWOOD MOTOR UNIT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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