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title: "Delivery of Platform Support to Maintain the Capability of MOD Boats - Diving"
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# Delivery of Platform Support to Maintain the Capability of MOD Boats - Diving

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0e19439d-3772-47cb-92fb-341064f1f9d6

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## Summary

The procurement process led by the Ministry of Defence involves the delivery of platform support to maintain the capability of MOD Boats specifically aimed at diving operations. The contract, classified under the CPV code for 'Boats', has a total value of £6,500,000 and is set to commence on 1st October 2019, extending until 31st March 2026. This competitive procurement followed a selective negotiation process and was awarded on 31st July 2019, after a tender period that concluded on 27th July 2017, covering delivery addresses in the British Overseas Territories, the Channel Islands, Europe, the Isle of Man, the rest of the world, and the UK.

This tender presents significant opportunities for SMEs in the marine and defence sectors, particularly those with expertise in support services for maritime operations. Companies focused on innovative solutions and maintenance capabilities for boats would be particularly well-suited to compete, leveraging their experience to meet the rigorous demands associated with defence contracts. The ongoing support required for MOD Boats could lead to further business avenues, fostering growth in a highly specialised industry.

## Notice

Deliver platform support to maintain the capability of MOD Boats which support diving operations

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2e82453a-c320-4e1c-87da-37a94f386211 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Competitive procedure with negotiation (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Nov 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Jul 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Jul 2019 |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2019 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £6,500,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £6,500,000 |
| 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 | MARINE SPECIALISED TECHNOLOGY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34520000 - Boats

## Release History

- 1 Nov 2019 at 12:16 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2e82453a-c320-4e1c-87da-37a94f386211

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2e82453a-c320-4e1c-87da-37a94f386211
  1st November 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/5c76fe33-65c4-42c5-a176-1f3932452b26
  CSS/0163 - Boats In-Service Support - Diving

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