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HMC Vigilant - Emergency Docking

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03 Dec 2025 at 11:15

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for emergency docking services to the HMC Vigilant was undertaken by the Home Office, headquartered in London. This contract falls under the industry category of vessel repair services, specifically addressing a critical leak in the stern tube and Controllable Pitch Propeller (CPP) oil system, which poses environmental concerns due to oil discharge into the sea. The procurement was executed using direct procurement, below the threshold without competition, and is currently in the award stage. The contract was signed on 19th November 2025, with the services expected to be rendered between 24th November and 1st December 2025.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in marine services. As the contract was awarded to Southampton Marine Services Ltd, a small and medium-sized enterprise (SME), it illustrates the potential for similar-sized enterprises to secure public contracts, particularly those specialising in vessel repair services. Businesses looking to expand within the marine repair industry might consider leveraging their expertise in addressing critical and urgent maritime issues, as demonstrated in this procurement. SMEs equipped to handle emergency maritime repairs should explore similar government contracts that may not necessitate competitive bidding.

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Notice Title

HMC Vigilant - Emergency Docking

Notice Description

Emergency docking for repairs to HMC Vigilant due to a critical leak in the stern tube and Controllable pitch propeller (CPP) oil system which is causing oil to discharge into the sea.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05edb8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/079251-2025
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

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50241100 - Vessel repair services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£71,250 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
24 Nov 2025 - 1 Dec 2025 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOUTHAMPTON MARINE SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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