Planning

Provision of Groom Support

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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Planning

10 Mar 2026 at 13:56

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence has initiated the planning stage for a procurement process entitled "Provision of Groom Support," aimed at supporting the Mounted Regiments with civilian grooms. This services procurement, classified under the horses and horse riding school services categories, is set to occur within the United Kingdom’s UKI region. The procurement process is open in nature, allowing for competitive participation, and the contract will span from 31 May 2026 to 31 May 2031. A future notice is expected by 30 April 2026, offering further details and deadlines for interested parties.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in equestrian services and workforce supply. The contract’s estimated gross value of £4,404,000 suggests substantial financial growth prospects for successful bidders. Suitable for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary and Community Sector Enterprises (VCSEs), the open procedure allows diverse businesses to engage in this central government initiative, potentially fostering long-term collaborations with the Ministry of Defence. Enterprises with expertise in horse care and training will find themselves well-positioned to meet the requirements outlined in this procurement plan.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Groom Support

Notice Description

The provision of additional workforce to the Mounted Regiments - Civilian Grooms.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06665f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021348-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

03322300 - Horses

80513000 - Horse riding school services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,670,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Mar 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
30 Apr 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 May 2026 - 31 May 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ANDOVER
Postcode
SP11 8HT
Post Town
Salisbury
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ36 Central Hampshire
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Test Valley
Electoral Ward
Andover Millway
Westminster Constituency
North West Hampshire

Further Information

Notice Documents

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