Planning

Cables and Connectors - PN

SUBMARINE DELIVERY AGENCY

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Planning

29 May 2026 at 09:34

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Submarine Delivery Agency, a central government public authority based in Bristol, UK, is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process. The tender is titled "Cables and Connectors - PN", with a focus on goods in the defence and security sector. The process involves establishing a contract to supply critical components such as Pressure Hull Glands, Cable Harnesses, and related equipment for the Royal Navy's submarine fleet, aimed at maintaining operational readiness and safety. The procurement, anticipated to be carried out as a direct award under the Procurement Act 2023, is scheduled to commence in August 2027 and run for a minimum of four years, with opportunities for extension up to six years. The planned value of the contract is approximately £20 million, and future notices are expected by 1st July 2026.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for suppliers specialising in marine cables and connectors, particularly those capable of providing technical support and post-design services. SMEs with expertise in defence-related manufacturing and service provision are especially well-suited to compete for this direct award, offering them a unique chance to secure long-term revenue with a high-profile government client. Engaging in this procurement could enhance a company's portfolio and reputation within the defence and security sectors.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Cables and Connectors - PN

Notice Description

The primary aim of this procurement is to establish a contract that ensures the continued supply, technical support and post-design services for Pressure Hull Glands (PHG), Cable Harnesses, Cryocon Rings, Sintered Glass Penetrators (SGP) and associated equipment fitted to the Royal Navy's submarine fleet, in order to maintain safety, availability and Continuous At Sea Deterrence (CASD). The contract term is anticipated to be a minimum of 4 years in length. Previous attempts to compete this requirement and continued market engagement indicate that the most appropriate route to market is via the Direct Award procedure, under the Procurement Act 2023. This is subject to confirmation following internal testing of this assumption against the legal parameters outlined within Schedule 5 of the Procurement Act.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a873
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050673-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

CPV Codes

44322200 - Cable connectors

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£16,666,666 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 May 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Jul 20264 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
19 Aug 2027 - 19 Aug 2031 4-5 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
SUBMARINE DELIVERY AGENCY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS34 8JH
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Stoke Park & Cheswick
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

Further Information

Notice Documents

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