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title: "704471450-MSS/143-PD2-001 CAN"
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# 704471450-MSS/143-PD2-001 CAN

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-10f7017d-ef54-4e75-b782-6b6484d71a14

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence has completed a procurement process entitled "704471450-MSS/143-PD2-001 CAN", focusing on Maritime Post Design and Technical Services to support the Royal Navy. This procurement falls under the industry category of technical analysis or consultancy services and covers multiple locations, including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, the Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. The procurement stage is at the award update phase as of 19th January 2026, with active awards published on that date. The process utilises a selective, restricted procedure above the threshold as per DSPCR 2011 regulations. The contract commenced on 4th September 2024 and is set to conclude on 24th October 2024, with mini-competitions ongoing throughout the framework's lifespan.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for growth, especially for businesses skilled in technical consultancy services related to naval operations. It is particularly advantageous for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), given its suitability criteria. With a contract value of £216,832,000, this framework allows multiple suppliers to engage in call-off contracts, enhancing their portfolio and reach. Companies that can offer innovative post-design and technical solutions will find ample opportunity to collaborate and expand, while engaging in competitions designed to ensure a competitive and dynamic procurement environment.

## 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 Products, 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/c23ee868-904c-4db1-b4ff-d542839a04f0 |
| 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 | 19 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Aug 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 4 Sep 2024 |
| Contract period | 10 Sep 2024 - 24 Oct 2024 |
| 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 | BAE SYSTEMS SURFACE SHIPS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71621000 - Technical analysis or consultancy services

## Release History

- 19 Jan 2026 at 11:50 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c23ee868-904c-4db1-b4ff-d542839a04f0
- 19 Jan 2026 at 11:12 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c23ee868-904c-4db1-b4ff-d542839a04f0

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c23ee868-904c-4db1-b4ff-d542839a04f0
  19th January 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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