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Border Security Command RHIBS & TWC Maintenance

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Summary of the contracting process

The Home Office, a public authority central government body, is planning a procurement process for the maintenance of the Border Security Command fleet of Maritime vessels, specifically RHIBs (Rigid Hull Inflatable Boats) and Tactical Watercraft (TWCs). This anticipated competition involves a 3-year maintenance contract with options for up to two additional one-year extensions, divided into three separate lots for different vessel types. The procurement aims to ensure the operational readiness and compliance of these assets via regular scheduled maintenance, modifications, and unplanned repairs. The process, currently in the planning stage, is scheduled to release an opportunity to bid by the end of March 2026, with the contract starting on 1st September 2026. Interested suppliers should register on the Home Office eSourcing Portal to participate in the tender.

This procurement presents significant business growth opportunities for companies specialising in marine vessel maintenance and repair services. With a gross contract value expected to exceed £1.6 million, this tender is suitable for businesses with expertise in marine patrol vessels and repair and maintenance services of ships. Companies with capabilities in executing planned maintenance, transportation of vessels, defect repairs, and modifications would be well-suited to compete for these contracts. The industry's competitive landscape would benefit from suppliers who can offer innovative solutions and high-quality service delivery, meeting the technical requirements and contributing positively to social value through planned service execution.

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Notice Title

Border Security Command RHIBS & TWC Maintenance

Notice Description

This is a planned procurement opportunity notice to inform potential bidders of an upcoming competition for a 3-Year Maintenance Contract (with optional extensions) covering the Border Security Command - Maritime fleet of RHIBs and Tactical Watercraft (TWCs). Contract Term: Initial 3 years with options for up to 2 additional one-year extensions. Scope of Work: The requirement will cover the following asset types: * MST Seaboat 750-SR RHIBs (inboard engines) * Delta 780HX RHIBs (outboard engines) * SEADOO Fish Pro Tactical Watercraft Important: The procurement will be divided into three separate Lots, and three separate contracts will be awarded: * Lot 1: MST Seaboat 750-SR RHIBs * Lot 2: Delta 780HX RHIBs * Lot 3: SEADOO Fish Pro TWCs Indicative Work Packages: * General Requirements of Work * Planned Maintenance (annual and quarterly) * Transportation of RHIBs/TWCs to/from maintenance locations across England and Wales * Associated work on RHIB and TWC trailers * Defect Repairs and Modifications Key Dates: * Opportunity to bid: Expected release End March 2026 * Contract start: 1st September 2026 Technical Responses: Full details of the requirement, including vessel-specific needs and KPIs, will be provided at the Invitation to Tender (ITT) stage. Please note: The opportunity to bid for this contract will be run via the Home Office eSourcing Portal (Jaggaer). Bidders must ensure they are registered: https://homeoffice.app.jaggaer.com/

Lot Information

MST Seaboat 750-SR RHIBs

MST Seaboat 750-SR RHIBs - Maintenance Solution

Renewal: The contract includes an option to extend the term for up to two additional years, exercised in increments of one year at a time (1+1)

Delta 780HX RHIBs

Delta 780HX RHIBs - Maintenance Solution

Renewal: The contract includes an option to extend the term for up to two additional years, exercised in increments of one year at a time (1+1)

SEADOO Fish Pro TWCs

SEADOO Fish Pro TWCs - Maintenance Solution

Renewal: The contract includes an option to extend the term for up to two additional years, exercised in increments of one year at a time (1+1)

Planning Information

The Home Office wishes to inform interested suppliers that we will shortly be publishing a Social Value Request for Information (RFI) relating to the upcoming procurement for the maintenance of the Border Security Command fleet of RHIBs and Tactical Watercraft (TWCs). This Social Value RFI is being issued for market engagement purposes only. Its purpose is to provide early visibility of the proposed approach to Social Value within the future Invitation to Tender (ITT), and to invite suppliers and their supply chains to review the material and offer constructive feedback. We are specifically seeking views on the relevance, proportionality, measurability, and deliverability of the Social Value themes, outcomes, and potential KPIs being considered for this multi‑year maritime maintenance contract. Suppliers are encouraged to examine the RFI document and submit comments, observations, or clarification questions as part of this informal pre‑procurement engagement. Insights gathered through this process will help the Authority shape Social Value requirements that are clear, evidence‑based, and appropriate for the scope and operational nature of the RHIB/TWC maintenance programme. Please note that suppliers wishing to participate in the later ITT stage must ensure that they are registered on the Home Office eSourcing Portal (Jaggaer) in advance of the formal competition release: https://homeoffice.app.jaggaer.com/ This RFI does not constitute the release of the ITT, and no formal bids or binding submissions are required at this stage. The full tender documentation—including detailed technical specifications, performance requirements, and the finalised Social Value evaluation methodology—will be issued separately via the standard procurement route.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e4a4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034946-2026
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
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

34511100 - Marine patrol vessels

50241000 - Repair and maintenance services of ships

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,364,864 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,364,864 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
4 Jun 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
30 Apr 20266 days to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 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
HOME OFFICE
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
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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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