Planning

Armoured Vehicle Inspections and Repairs Services

FCDO SERVICES

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Planning

22 May 2026 at 11:02

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Planning

24 Mar 2026 at 10:43

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the "Armoured Vehicle Inspections and Repairs Services" is being conducted by FCDO Services, a central government authority in the UK, with operations based in Hanslope Park, Milton Keynes. Classified under the services category, the procurement is currently in the planning stage, targeting a competitive flexible procedure. The contract, valued at £2,640,000 gross, is aimed at providing inspection and repair services for civilian armoured vehicles managed overseas by FCDO Services, covering regions that include Ukraine, the Middle East, Africa, the Americas, Europe, and Asia. The procurement process will lead to two separate service contracts for an initial three-year term starting on 1st October 2026, with potential extension options. Interested parties were invited to participate in a pre-market engagement, with questionnaires due by 9th April 2026.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in vehicle repairs and maintenance, particularly those with expertise in servicing armoured vehicles. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) qualifying under the procurement's suitability criteria are encouraged to participate, as the process supports their involvement. The contracts will provide necessary services within specific global regional areas, offering businesses the chance to expand their operations internationally. Companies that can demonstrate the ability to work with government bodies and have specialization in the industry of armoured vehicles stand to benefit significantly, considering the high-value and extensive nature of the contracts involved.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Armoured Vehicle Inspections and Repairs Services

Notice Description

FCDO Services supports the FCDO and other UK Government departments in procuring and managing its overseas Civilian Armoured fleet of vehicles. These vehicles require regular inspection by specialist mechanics to assess their road worthiness and integrity of protection levels. The Authority plans to award two (2) service contracts for an initial 3-year term (with the option to extend for a further 2 years) via an competitive flexible competition to provide inspection and repair services for the overseas CAV fleet it manages. Each contract will provide services within a defined regional area. Contract XLYPA/001/26 covering Ukraine, Middle East and Africa region. Contract XLYPA/002/26 covering America's, Europe and Asia Regions Please note: A decision has not been finalised whether this will be a competitive flexible procedure or a framework

Planning Information

Pre‑market engagement will be undertaken by means of a structured questionnaire prepared by FCDO Services. The objective is to obtain information from suppliers who may have an interest in the opportunity, including views on the scope and structure of tender documentation, acceptable pricing approaches, and any market‑specific considerations that the Contracting Authority should take into account when developing and awarding the contract. Interested parties are invited to complete the online engagement form via the link provided below : https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=09Ci08h8Uk-7-YW9Q9lCeb9k4ovzyYtLmlQUGsV1ciZUMFZFTkRBWTNHWUpJVU9JQjZQSzBUMTRaNC4u Completion of the questionnaire is entirely voluntary. Participation (or non‑participation) will not confer any advantage or disadvantage in any subsequent procurement and will not affect an economic operator's eligibility to participate or submit a tender once the procurement is launched. Information provided will be used solely by FCDO Services to inform the planning and development of the procurement. Deadline for submission of questionnaire 23:00hr 09/04/26

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06725e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047752-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

50100000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services of vehicles and related equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,200,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 May 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Jun 20262 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2029 3-4 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
FCDO SERVICES
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MILTON KEYNES
Postcode
MK19 7BH
Post Town
Milton Keynes
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ12 Milton Keynes
Delivery Location
TLJ12 Milton Keynes
Local Authority
Milton Keynes
Electoral Ward
Newport Pagnell North & Hanslope
Westminster Constituency
Milton Keynes North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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