This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

21 Apr 2026 at 10:58

Tender

07 Oct 2024 at 16:10

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence's Boats Team is actively engaged in the procurement process for "Boats In-Service Support 26 – Lot 5 - P2000 Boats," focused on reconditioning services within the defence sector across the United Kingdom. The procurement method employed is selective, specifically negotiated with the publication of a contract notice. Currently, the process has reached the award stage, with the contract being valued at approximately £2,058,557,676 GBP, signed on the 2nd of March 2026. The contract terms cover a service period spanning around 2520 days since its commencement. This initiative aims to maintain the operational capability of all Archer Class P2000 Boats, with the procurement specifically addressed at ensuring a wide range of support activities such as maintenance, defect rectification, and mid-life upgrades.

Business entities specialising in maritime maintenance and defence services may find substantial growth opportunities in this tender. The service elements outlined encompass a broad scope, including scheduled and reactive maintenance, on-site support, and spare parts supply, ideal for businesses with expertise in ship or boat reconditioning. Furthermore, suppliers interested in achieving meaningful social value and project management enhancements may find the award criteria beneficial for their participation. The procurement presents a lucrative opportunity for businesses ready to engage in high-value and long-duration tasks. Additionally, the procurement encourages entities willing to form strategic partnerships or groups, particularly given the inclusion of subcontractor roles and the potential requirement for subcontracting arrangements.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Boats In-Service Support 26 - Lot 5 - P2000 Boats

Notice Description

To deliver platform support to maintain the capability of all Archer Class P2000 Boats.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04a680
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035967-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Negotiated with publication of a contract notice
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50244000 - Reconditioning services of ships or boats

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£27,250,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£2,058,557,676 £1B-£10B

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Apr 20264 months ago
Submission Deadline
11 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Mar 20265 months ago
Contract Period
1 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2033 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Ministry of Defence
Additional Buyers

Boats Team, 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
Postcode Area
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

Devonport Royal Dockyard Limited

Further Information

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