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704399451-96 - MSS/142 MRO107_CAN

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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29 Jan 2026 at 10:18

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Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence has completed a procurement process for the provision of maritime maintenance, repair, and overhaul services for the Royal Navy, specifically related to electrical, power, and distribution items. This contract, which has been executed under a selective procurement method defined as a restricted procedure above the threshold, is part of a larger framework agreement valued at £317 million. The procurement falls under the industry category of "Repair and maintenance services of warships" and covers various delivery locations including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, and the United Kingdom. The framework runs until 31 March 2031, with the specific call-off contract period for this mini-competition being 9 December 2025 to 16 March 2026. The organisations awarded this call-off contract are M E L Aviation Limited and Scott Aerospace Ltd.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in maritime maintenance and repair services, especially those capable of providing expertise in electrical and propulsion systems. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are deemed suitable participants for future opportunities within this framework, allowing for potential business growth and expansion. Such tenders offer diverse geographic engagement possibilities, extending services to global locations via the Royal Navy’s operations, thus enabling businesses with the capability to deliver international maritime services to secure lucrative outcomes. Businesses that can leverage existing skills and experience in these areas will find the framework lucrative and instrumental in expanding their market presence.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

704399451-96 - MSS/142 MRO107_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, Power and Distribution 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-f7208408-581a-42fb-96db-6e3e71bbe03c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9513b24a-5060-4b01-ab33-bca190daf7e1
Current Stage
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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
29 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
3 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
9 Dec 2025 - 16 Mar 2026 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
2
Supplier Names

M E L AVIATION

SCOTT AEROSPACE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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