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09 Jul 2026 at 15:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence, through Babcock Land Defence, has awarded a contract for the repair and maintenance of Bulldog, Viking, and Jackal engines along with their associated assemblies. With a contract duration of three years and an option for an additional two years, this procurement is classified under services related to military vehicles. The procurement process, valued at over £10 million, employed a selective methodology with a restricted procedure. The key location for delivery is Building B15, MoD Donnington, Telford, United Kingdom, and the award was made to Cummins Ltd on 3rd June 2026. The procurement falls under the industry category of maintenance and repair services, with criteria focusing 50% on commercial, 40% on technical, and 10% on social values.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the defence sector, particularly those specialising in vehicle maintenance and repair. Companies with robust capabilities in delivering technical and commercial solutions, along with a commitment to social values, stand to benefit from engaging with this contract. Such opportunities can bolster business growth through sustained revenue streams and potential for further engagements as the Ministry of Defence reserves the right to introduce additional items related to the contract over its term. This contract would be ideal for businesses looking to expand their presence in the defence sector, especially those experienced in dealing with complex procurement processes and delivering high-quality service solutions within stipulated guidelines.

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Notice Title

IRM22/7608 - The Repair of Bulldog, Viking & Jackal Engines and Associated Assemblies - Lots 2, 3 & 4

Notice Description

Babcock Land Defence, acting as agent for the UK Ministry of Defence has awarded a 3-year contract including a further 2 x 1 option years for the Repair of Bulldog, Viking & Jackal Engines and Associated Assembles to Cummins Ltd. Babcock Land Defence Ltd reserve the right to add further items of a similar nature throughout the duration of the contract.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c7e2
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064866-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50630000 - Repair and maintenance services of military vehicles

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£10,020,000 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jul 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Jun 20261 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

CUMMINS

Further Information

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