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MBP Op Ex Support for REPMUS 25 - UK7

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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04 Aug 2025 at 15:08

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence has completed a contracting process titled "MBP Op Ex Support for REPMUS 25 - UK7," which falls under the industry category of services relating to Research and Development on security and defence materials. This contract involves the provision of a vessel and crew to support the REPMUS 25 exercise and additional taskings for the Royal Navy, specifically focusing on uncrewed and autonomous operations. The process followed a direct procurement method without competition, adhering to special regimes for defence and security. The contract, valued at GBP 196,100 net and active from 30th July to 30th September 2025, is executed in Portugal, with no thresholds exceeded. The award process was completed on 29th July 2025.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in defence and security sectors, particularly those capable of providing sophisticated maritime support services. Companies like ZERO USV, a small-to-medium-sized enterprise operating from Plymouth, successfully secured this contract, indicating that SMEs with expertise in autonomous and uncrewed maritime operations can compete effectively. This contract provides a platform for businesses to demonstrate their capabilities on an international stage, potentially leading to further business growth and partnerships within the defence industry.

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Notice Title

MBP Op Ex Support for REPMUS 25 - UK7

Notice Description

Provision of a vessel and crew to support REPMUS 25 exercise and perform additional taskings at Official Sensitive level to support the R&D trials for the Royal Navy concept for future operation capabilities in relation to uncrewed and autonomous operations.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-058098
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045759-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73400000 - Research and Development services on security and defence materials

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£196,100 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Jul 20256 months ago
Contract Period
29 Jul 2025 - 30 Sep 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
Laurence Gregory
Contact Email
laurence.gregory227@mod.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2EU
Post Town
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

ZERO USV

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