Planning

Border Security Command RHIBS & TWC Maintenance

HOME OFFICE

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Planning

05 Feb 2026 at 17:11

Planning

19 Nov 2025 at 15:38

Summary of the contracting process

The Home Office is planning a public procurement process for the maintenance of the Border Security Command's Maritime fleet, including Rigid Hull Inflatable Boats (RHIBs) and Tactical Watercraft (TWCs). This procurement, valued at approximately £1,637,837 GBP gross, involves a 3-year maintenance contract with optional extensions up to 2 additional years. The procurement will cover maintenance, defect repairs, and transportation of the fleet across England and Wales. The opportunity will be divided into three lots targeting the MST Seaboat 750-SR, Delta 780HX RHIBs, and SEADOO Fish Pro TWCs. The procurement stages include planning, with bids expected to be invited towards the end of March 2026, and the contracts starting on 1st September 2026. Interested suppliers should note the procurement method is an open procedure, and further details will be provided at the Invitation to Tender stage via the Home Office eSourcing Portal.

This tender creates substantial opportunities for businesses engaged in marine maintenance services, particularly those specialising in marine patrol vessels and repair services of ships. Given the scope of work and geographical spread, businesses with nationwide coverage and experience in maintaining and enhancing maritime assets could find this an attractive proposition. The focus on technical quality, commercial pricing, and social value within the award criteria suggests that businesses with robust technical expertise, competitive pricing strategies, and a commitment to social responsibility stand a favourable chance of securing contracts. Large and small-to-medium enterprises (SMEs) with capabilities to deliver complex marine service solutions will benefit from engaging in this competitive procurement process. Potential bidders should ensure their registration on the Home Office eSourcing Portal to participate in this lucrative opportunity.

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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 Border Security Command have a fleet of Rigid Hull Inflatable Boats (RHIBs) and Twin Waterjet Craft Systems (TWCS) which are in full operational use across the United Kingdom. To maintain operational readiness and compliance, thnere is a requirement of regular planned maintenance (including re-certification throughout the year), modifications and upgrades to ensure capability enhancement and unplanned defect/damage repairs to maintain availability of these assets. Work may be required nationwide, across multiple sites. The purpose of this market engagement is to gather supplier insight and feedback through a structured questionnaire. This will help inform the development of the procurement strategy and Statement of Requirements for the maintenance and unplanned repairs of RHIB and TWCS fleets. The engagement will focus on the following objectives: a) Assess the extent to which the high-level requirements—covering maintenance, modifications, recertification, upgrades, defect rectification, spares management, transportation, storage, and MCA compliance—are achievable within current market capabilities. Identify potential technical constraints, resource limitations, and commercial challenges that may impact delivery. b) Gather information on the benefits and drawbacks of different approaches to meeting the requirements. Explore innovative and novel solutions that could improve efficiency, reduce costs, or enhance vessel performance and compliance. c) Determine the level of interest and capacity within the market to deliver the required services across the UK. Understand supplier capability to support the maintenance requirements, including responsiveness for unplanned repairs and nationwide coverage. The full requirement will be provided at Tender stage. Please note, the tender opportunity will be issued via the Home Office eSourcing Portal and bidders must therefore ensure they have registered: https://homeoffice.app.jaggaer.com/ As part of our market engagement to understand available solutions and supplier capabilities for the maintenance of the Border Security Command RHIBS & TWCs please complete the Supplier Engagement Survey - 3 Year RHIBs and TWC Maintenance Solution in PQQ_744 which is available on Jaggaer. If you have any difficulties accessing this, contact: MaritimeProcurement@homeoffice.gov.uk Response Deadline: Please respond to this request by 12:00 on Friday 12th December 2025 BST, either by completing and submitting the response form via secure message or via the response form on our Jaggaer portal microsite.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e4a4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010717-2026
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
5 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
30 Apr 20263 months to go
Future Notice Date
27 Mar 20262 months 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
Not specified
Contact Email
maritimeprocurement@homeoffice.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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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