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IRM24/7664 - The Repair and Maintenance of Large Engines, Transmissions, Terrier Power Packs, Running Gear and Associated Items

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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26 Jun 2026 at 06:09

UK5 - Transparency Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence, based in Telford, UK, has completed a contracting process concerning the repair and maintenance of large engines, transmissions, and associated items for military vehicles. This involves a 5-year Framework Agreement managed by Babcock Land Defence Limited, valued at approximately £130 million, with the potential for three additional option years. The procurement falls under the category of repair and maintenance services for vehicles, specifically targeting the Challenger, Terrier, Bulldog, and T2 platforms. The procurement was conducted via a direct award, justified by the supplier's exclusive rights, with Caterpillar Shrewsbury Limited being designated as the primary supplier due to their unique ability to fulfil the contract requirements, including adherence to military specifications and key performance indicators. The official contract period is set to commence on 1st April 2027 and extend through to March 2032.

This tender process offers significant business growth potential, primarily for large-scale enterprises with specialised expertise in military vehicle maintenance and engineering. Companies looking to expand within the UK defence sector, especially those capable of adhering to strict compliance and performance standards, would find this opportunity advantageous. The procurement approach, focusing on direct award to a single supplier, underscores the importance of technical proficiency and exclusive rights management. As the supplier, Caterpillar Shrewsbury Limited's role exemplifies the value of possessing niche capabilities and industry-specific intellectual property, demonstrating the strategic advantage of developing unique competencies within the defence supply chain. This framework sets a precedent for other businesses aiming to secure future contracts through innovation and technical expertise.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

IRM24/7664 - The Repair and Maintenance of Large Engines, Transmissions, Terrier Power Packs, Running Gear and Associated Items

Notice Description

Babcock Land Defence Limited (BLDL), acting as Agent to the UK Ministry of Defence (the "Authority"), is considering the establishment of a 5-year Framework Agreement for the Repair and Maintenance of Large Engines, Transmissions, Terrier Power Packs, Running Gear and Associated Items. The contract will cater to the UK's operational needs in these areas, with an overall estimated contract value of PS130,000,000. The services included cover Large Engines, Transmissions, Terrier Power Packs and Running Gear for the Challenger, Terrier, Bulldog and T2 platforms. There are 28 NATO Stock Numbers (NSNs) that are codified in scope of this requirement. The provided items must meet all applicable military specifications and quality standards. There may be opportunities for further items of a similar nature to be added to the contract following the award, at the discretion of BLDL. Compliance and Performance Management: Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) The resulting contract will include specific KPIs related to: * Delivery Performance * Annual delivery output plan * Submission of delivery output plan * Product Quality (including defect rates, durability, etc.) * Adherence to Contract Specifications and compliance with delivery instructions. Remedies for Poor Performance: The contract will outline penalties or corrective measures in case of performance failure, which may include late deliveries, substandard quality, or failure to meet agreed specifications. Delivery Instructions: The Contractor must ensure that all deliveries comply with the guidelines set out in the Logistics Commodities Services Transformation Authority Managed Material Supplier Manual. This will cover the following: * Adherence to specific packaging, labelling and transportation requirements. * Assets must be delivered according to the agreed schedule, with clear communication in case of delays. * If subcontractors are used, they must also comply with the same delivery standards. The Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV) code applicable: 50100000 Repair, maintenance and associated services of vehicles and related equipment. Contract duration 5 years with the option of 3 further years subject to requirement and performance. Babcock Land Defence Limited (BLDL), acting as Agent to the UK Ministry of Defence will manage the tender process, oversee contract compliance, and monitor performance throughout the contract lifecycle. The contractor will ensure the assets delivered meet the MOD's operational and strategic requirements.

Procurement Information

This direct award relies upon the justification at paragraph 5 of schedule 5 to the Procurement Act 2023 due to Caterpillar Shrewsbury Ltd being the original equipment designer and manufacturer of the CV12 engines, and are the only Contractor licenced by Allsion Transmissions to undertake remanufacturer of the X200 transmission and are the only supplier that can supply the services required. Furthermore paragraph 6 of schedule 5 is relied upon due to there being an absence of competition as Caterpillar Shrewsbury Ltd possess the technical drawings and test specifications necessary to perform the requirement without introducing an unacceptable level of risk to operational safety and MOD operational requirements. No other reasonable suppliers are available because the information is confidential to Caterpillar Shrewsbury Ltd and they will not share the technical know-how with any third party.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06bd97
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060076-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK5 - Transparency Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£130,000,000 £100M-£1B
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2027 - 31 Mar 2032 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
TELFORD
Postcode
TF2 8JT
Post Town
Telford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG21 Telford and Wrekin
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Telford and Wrekin
Electoral Ward
Donnington
Westminster Constituency
The Wrekin

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CATERPILLAR SHREWSBURY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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