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title: "704471450-MSS/143-PD3-001 CAN"
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# 704471450-MSS/143-PD3-001 CAN

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0dd5d6aa-bc6a-438f-80db-0be66e9a7af9

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## Summary

The procurement process, conducted by the Ministry of Defence, is titled "704471450-MSS/143-PD3-001 CAN" and focuses on the industry category of technical support services under the CPV code 71356300. The procurement stage is at the 'Award' phase, and the procurement employed a selective method, specifically the Restricted procedure (above threshold). The contract period is set from 31st March 2025 to 1st May 2025, with the potential for multiple call-off contracts throughout the framework's life. This procurement affects diverse geographical areas including the United Kingdom, British Oversea Territories, and beyond, highlighting its expansive scope. Notably, the tender was awarded to Expleo UK Limited, with the contract value being withheld due to commercial sensitivities.

This framework agreement presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those in the technical services sector, interested in providing post-design and technical services to Royal Naval Platforms. With a robust potential for call-off contracts, companies that specialise in delivering technical and design support, particularly those that can adapt to changing fleet sizes, are well-suited to compete. The framework's design allows for mini-competitions, enabling SMEs and organisations adhering to VCSE (Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprise) standards to participate, thereby fostering growth opportunities for diverse business types. Additionally, the contract's global reach offers a substantial chance for businesses looking to expand their operations beyond domestic borders.

## Notice

PDaTS - Maritime Post Design and Technical Services. The Power, Propulsion and Auxiliaries (PPA) Team, which is part of the ships operating centre within Defence Equipment Support (DES) provides global support to the Royal Navy. PPA has set up a Framework agreement to provide Post Design and Technical Services to Royal Naval Platforms through an established set of suppliers. There is a possibility that during the life of the proposed contract that the size of HM Naval Fleet may increase or decrease. The support contract took the form of a Framework arrangement and has been awarded under DSPCR 2011 regulations. Call-Off contracts were awarded to 28 suppliers. Mini-Competitions are held throughout the life of the framework agreement. This mini-competition was for the provision of Technical Support Services, Call-off price withheld due to commercial sensitivities and the ongoing competitive nature of the Framework.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ef28b7bc-2804-47a6-a151-13369de821ea |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Oct 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Jan 2025 |
| Contract period | 30 Mar 2025 - 1 May 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £216,832,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS34 8JH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire |
| Local authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Electoral ward | Stoke Park & Cheswick |
| Westminster constituency | Filton and Bradley Stoke |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | EXPLEO |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71356300 - Technical support services

## Release History

- 2 Feb 2026 at 09:47 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ef28b7bc-2804-47a6-a151-13369de821ea

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ef28b7bc-2804-47a6-a151-13369de821ea
  2nd February 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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