This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

21 May 2026 at 14:08

Planning

12 Mar 2026 at 06:49

Summary of the contracting process

The Submarine Delivery Agency, a central government public authority, has issued an active tender for tailoring services, specifically focused on uniform and specialist clothing seamster services for Royal Navy and Royal Marine service personnel. This open procedure tender, titled "UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice," is set in the UKK41 region, United Kingdom (primarily in Plymouth), with key dates including an enquiry period ending on 8th June 2026, a tender period closing on 19th June 2026, and an award period culminating on 1st July 2026. The contract is valued at £878,000 with potential gross earnings of £1,098,000, along with extension options applicable over two additional years beyond the initial contract period from 1st October 2026 to 30th September 2029.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses skilled in tailoring services to expand their portfolio within defence and security sectors. It is particularly advantageous for SMEs and VCSEs due to its suitability criteria and the open procurement method, which encourages diverse participation. Businesses that specialise in delivering high-quality tailoring services, with the capability to handle requirements set forth for Navy and Marine personnel, will find this an attractive venture. By ensuring technical and commercial objectives align with cost criteria, capable firms can position themselves as valuable partners in maintaining the high standards required by the Ministry of Defence, fostering long-term growth and partnerships.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice

Notice Description

UNIFORM / SPECIALIST CLOTHING SEAMSTER CONTRACT Royal Navy and Royal Marine (RN/RM) Service Personnel are required to meet the standards of dress detailed in Naval Personnel Management Regulations. Service personnel require a seamster service to ensure that standards are maintained in accordance with BRd3(1) para 3702. These services include the necessary alterations to Uniform Clothing together with the sewing on of required insignia and decorations.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: 2 x 12 months extension options

Renewal: Option years

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0667d4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047226-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender 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

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

98393000 - Tailoring services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£878,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£878,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 May 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
19 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
23 Mar 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SUBMARINE DELIVERY AGENCY
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
PLYMOUTH
Postcode
PL2 2BG
Post Town
Plymouth
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK41 Plymouth
Delivery Location
TLK41 Plymouth

Local Authority
Plymouth
Electoral Ward
Devonport
Westminster Constituency
Plymouth Sutton and Devonport

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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