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Marine In-Service Support

ENVIRONMENT AGENCY

This public procurement record has 5 releases in its history.

Award

05 May 2026 at 10:01

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Award

15 Apr 2026 at 15:00

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Tender

08 Dec 2025 at 09:05

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

14 Nov 2025 at 15:28

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Planning

27 Mar 2025 at 08:09

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Environment Agency has completed a procurement process for the "Marine In-Service Support" contract, led by the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra). This contract, valued at £12,076,999, runs from 1st May 2026 through 30th April 2030, with an option for a 2-year extension. The contract involves the Service, Inspection, Maintenance, and Repair (SIMAR) of the agency’s marine vessels and associated equipment nationwide. The competitive process utilised an open procurement method under a flexible competitive procedure. The primary bidder, Plymouth Marine Limited, was awarded the contract, ensuring the continued operational readiness and regulatory compliance of the fleet assets across various UK locations, including London and Plymouth.

This tender presents significant business opportunities, particularly for SMEs that specialise in marine vessel maintenance, repair, and related services. Companies offering innovative sustainable solutions that meet high environmental and safety standards are well-suited to engage in such competitions. The contract encourages engagement with subcontractors, providing a broader market reach and a comprehensive service delivery network. With the focus on emissions reduction, performance improvements, and inspiring broader industry change, this contract offers a platform for growth and industry leadership in sustainability and marine service innovation.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Marine In-Service Support

Notice Description

Defra Group Fleet Services (DGFS) are responsible for operating the safest, greenest, most cost-effective fleet assets across the Defra Group. DGFS manage both commercial and plant fleet assets, including the procurement and disposal of vehicles, plant, boats, agricultural and construction equipment, and the Servicing, Inspection, Maintenance and Repair (SIMAR) of commercial and plant assets. DGFS' aim is to become pioneers of innovative and inventive solutions that improve the fleet's performance and sustainability. DGFS want a class leading sustainable fleet that minimises its impact on the environment and people by reducing its emissions, leading by example and inspiring others. This contract is for the Service, Inspection, Maintenance and Repair (SIMAR) of DGFS' marine vessels and amphibious plant, together with any attached ancillary equipment including but not limited to trailers, engines and safety equipment, to remain seaworthy for operational use. Some assets are coded under Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) Codes of Practice. The Supplier will deliver a national service. This specification also includes the hire and purchase of marine craft, vessels, plant, trailers, marine outboards and safety equipment.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: A 2-year extension will be used where the contract continues to meet DGFS' requirements and represents value for money.

Planning Information

Defra Group Fleet Services (DGFS) is seeking early expressions of interest and pre-market engagement from suppliers for a proposed 3-year contract for the maintenance of its fleet of owned marine vessels, and associated trailers, outboards and ancillary equipment. If you would like to review and respond to the Request for Information, please email Angelica Ho at Angelica.Ho@Defra.gov.uk for a copy of the RFI document. Please note the closing date is Friday 11th April 2025.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04f934
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040853-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

CPV Codes

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

50240000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to marine and other equipment

50241000 - Repair and maintenance services of ships

50241100 - Vessel repair services

50241200 - Ferry repair services

50244000 - Reconditioning services of ships or boats

60653000 - Hire of boats with crew

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£12,500,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£12,500,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
£12,076,999 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
£12,076,999 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 May 20263 months ago
Submission Deadline
28 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
3 Dec 2025Expired
Award Date
14 Apr 20264 months ago
Contract Period
1 May 2026 - 30 Apr 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
2031-12-03

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active, Pending
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ENVIRONMENT AGENCY
Additional Buyers

DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, FOOD AND RURAL AFFAIRS

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
Postcode Area
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Plymouth Marine Limited

Further Information

Notice Documents

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