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title: "MSS/103 - Mechanical Handling and Lifting - Post Design and Ad-Hoc Technical Services"
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# MSS/103 - Mechanical Handling and Lifting - Post Design and Ad-Hoc Technical Services

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, SHIPS, MARITIME SYSTEMS SUPPORT (MSS)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-14c9e55d-9b3d-4eb0-b4f6-c99bed5d168d

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence, Ships, Maritime Systems Support (MSS) is currently undertaking a selective tender process for the contract titled "MSS/103 - Mechanical Handling and Lifting - Post Design and Ad-Hoc Technical Services." This procurement, classified under technical services, aims to provide essential support for maritime, mechanical handling, and lifting equipment used by the UK Royal Navy and associated vessels. The tender was published on 19 December 2020, with a submission deadline set for 1 February 2021. The overall contract is expected to value between £10,000,000 and £20,000,000 and will have a duration starting from 28 May 2022 to 26 May 2029, with the delivery location in the South West region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in technical services, particularly those that focus on maritime and mechanical systems. Companies that are well-suited to compete in this tender include small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in engineering, maintenance, and support services for naval operations. Engaging in this contract could enhance their experience and reputation within the defence sector, providing avenues for future collaborations with the Ministry of Defence and related agencies.

## Notice

To provide Post Design and Ad-Hoc Technical Services (PDATS) to Maritime, Mechanical Handling and Lifting equipment held onboard UK Royal Navy and associated vessels and, Land Based training establishments. Additional information: To view this notice, register as a supplier here: http://www.contracts.mod.uk/delta/signup.html?userType=supplier and search for the notice with reference 'UK-Bristol: Technical services.'.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/335a9f5b-02af-4e1b-b44d-5bcc30012dbd |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Negotiated procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Dec 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Feb 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 27 May 2022 - 26 May 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £20,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, SHIPS, MARITIME SYSTEMS SUPPORT (MSS) |
| 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 | TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71356000 - Technical services

## Release History

- 19 Dec 2020 at 12:05 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/335a9f5b-02af-4e1b-b44d-5bcc30012dbd

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/335a9f5b-02af-4e1b-b44d-5bcc30012dbd
  19th December 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.contracts.mod.uk/delta/signup.html?userType=supplier

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