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HMC VALIANT Maintenance and Safety Equipment Recertification (MSER) - Future Opportunity

HOME OFFICE

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14 Jul 2026 at 14:28

UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
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11 Jun 2026 at 18:18

UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Home Office, a central government public authority located in London, is planning an upcoming procurement opportunity titled "HMC VALIANT Maintenance and Safety Equipment Recertification (MSER) - Future Opportunity." This procurement process is in the planning stage, with a tender release expected in mid-August 2026. The procurement falls under the services category and involves the maintenance and recertification of safety equipment for the Border Security Command's Coastal Patrol Vessel, HMC Valiant. The activities are scheduled between 9th and 27th November 2026. The procurement method is an open competition with a contract value of GBP 105,000. Enquiry periods end on 4th September 2026, and the tender period concludes on 11th September 2026. The exact location is dependent on operational needs, and further logistical details will be provided upon the tender's launch.

This tender presents a significant growth opportunity for businesses specialised in marine vessel maintenance and safety equipment certification. Companies experienced in ship repair and maintenance will find this contract particularly attractive given the need for inspection, testing, and possible modifications and defect rectifications on the maritime patrol vessel. The requirement for quality technical proposals combined with competitive pricing indicates a balanced focus on cost and expertise. Businesses that wish to compete should ensure they are registered on the Home Office eSourcing Portal and the UK Government's Central Digital Platform, as these registrations are prerequisites for participation. Successful bidders can enhance their portfolio by engaging with a prominent government authority while securing a potentially lucrative contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

HMC VALIANT Maintenance and Safety Equipment Recertification (MSER) - Future Opportunity

Notice Description

This is notice of a planned procurement opportunity to perform Planned Maintenance and Safety Equipment Recertification (MSER) for the Border Security Command Coastal Patrol Vessel (CPV) Valiant. This work will be needed between 9th November 2026 and 27th November 2026 This notice is issued to enable potential bidders to prepare for, and express an interest in this work The requiremen will include the Inspection, Testing and Certification of Safety Equipment as well as general Vessel Maintenance Tasks. Modifications and Defect Rectification may also be required, The full requirement will be provided at Tender stage, expected to be mid-August 2026. The regional location for this opportunity will be based on operational activity and confirmed when the Tender Opportunity is launched. A potential option to store the vessel out of the water post contract may be included. This is also to be determined when the Tender is launched. The tender opportunity will be issued via the Home Office eSourcing Portal and bidders must therefore ensure they have registered: https://homeoffice.app.jaggaer.com/ Bidders will also need to be registered on the UK Government's Central Digital Platform (Find a Tender Service). This is known as GOV.UK One Login and can be accessed at https://signin.account.gov.uk/sign-in-or-create

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b392
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066327-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

34511100 - Marine patrol vessels

50241000 - Repair and maintenance services of ships

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£105,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£105,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jul 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
11 Sep 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
13 Aug 20261 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
9 Nov 2026 - 27 Nov 2026 30 days
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
HOME OFFICE
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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