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704399451-21 - MSS/142 MRO031-CAN

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence (MOD) has completed the award stage for a tender titled "704399451-21 - MSS/142 MRO031-CAN" under DSPCR 2011 regulations. This procurement focuses on maritime maintenance, repair, and overhaul services for the Royal Navy, specifically involving Electrical, Power, and Distribution items. The framework agreement, which runs until 31st March 2031 with a maximum value of £317 million, is structured to include call-off contracts through mini-competitions held during its lifespan. The competitive tender process concluded on October 4th, 2024, and the awarded call-off contract commenced on November 15th, 2024, ending on February 28th, 2025. The contract targets various geographical regions including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Europe, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, and the rest of the world.

This tender presents substantial business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs and VCSEs in the maritime service industry. Companies with expertise in electrical and power distribution systems within warship maintenance and repair are well-suited to compete for contracts under this framework. The selective procurement method ensures that only qualified suppliers can participate, promoting high standards and competitiveness. Engaging in this framework agreement can lead to consistent business with the MOD, fostering long-term stability and potential expansion. The current supplier awarded, M E L Aviation Limited, signifies the opportunity for large-scale enterprises to secure significant projects.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

704399451-21 - MSS/142 MRO031-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-fb3dbb2d-ca52-418e-8896-4fea1b0110e0
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b028306c-9bcd-4be7-a79e-2baa6413cce3
Current Stage
Award
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
12 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
4 Oct 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Nov 20241 years ago
Contract Period
15 Nov 2024 - 28 Feb 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
Not specified
Contact Email
desshipsmss-mss142mro@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

M E L AVIATION

Further Information

Notice Documents

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