Planning

Vietnam Port Agency Contract

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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Planning

23 Sep 2025 at 10:06

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence (MoD) is in the planning phase of a procurement process titled "Vietnam Port Agency Contract." This tender aims to secure port operation services for the Royal Navy and other authorised demanders, with operations centred around ports in Vietnam. The procurement is being conducted through an open procedure, inviting service providers to tender by an enquiry deadline of 1st October 2025, with the tender submission period concluding on 24th October 2025. The contract, set to commence on 31st October 2025, has an estimated gross value of £1.2 million, emphasising its resounding significance within the services industry category and the defence and security special regime.

This procurement presents a robust opportunity for businesses specialising in port services, particularly those with competencies in defence and security networks. Companies with experience in international or defence-related operations stand to benefit notably from the long-term nature of this contract, slated to run until 1st October 2029. The tender's open procedure and electronic submission options enhance accessibility, potentially boosting the competitive edge for businesses capable of delivering high-quality port operations in a secure and responsive manner. With the MoD's strategic initiatives in Vietnam, this contract could signify substantial growth prospects for the successful bidder, reinforcing their presence within the Asia-Pacific region's maritime defence infrastructure.

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Notice Title

Vietnam Port Agency Contract

Notice Description

UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) has a requirement to establish an enduring provision of husbandry and other Port Services to the Royal Navy (and other Authorised Demanders) in and around the ports of Vietnam.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-059fe9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058805-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services


CPV Codes

63721200 - Port operation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
24 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
23 Sep 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Oct 2025 - 1 Oct 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
george.attwell100@mod.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
PORTSMOUTH
Postcode
PO2 8BY
Post Town
Portsmouth
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ31 Portsmouth
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Portsmouth
Electoral Ward
Nelson
Westminster Constituency
Portsmouth North

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