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title: "704471450-MSS/143-PD1-002 CAN"
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# 704471450-MSS/143-PD1-002 CAN

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3649ca5a-adfd-45c1-97f6-e124b8460bbc

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence, based at MOD Abbey Wood in Bristol, has completed the procurement process for a framework agreement titled "PDaTS - Maritime Post Design and Technical Services". This contract, awarded under the Defence and Security Public Contracts Regulations (DSPCR) 2011, focuses on providing technical support services in the maritime sector. The procurement method utilised a selective approach via a restricted procedure, with call-off contracts awarded through mini-competitions involving 28 suppliers. The contract, valued at £216,832,000, spans various global delivery addresses including the UK and British Overseas Territories. The tender stage was concluded on 7 March 2025, with services commencing on 14 April 2025 and set to end on 30 June 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in technical support, particularly those capable of providing safety and environmental support activities within the naval sector. SMEs and VCSEs are considered eligible to participate in the framework, encouraging a diverse range of businesses to engage with the Ministry of Defence's needs. As large-scale operations such as the Royal Navy's fleet support are involved, businesses with expertise in maritime technical services stand to benefit. Furthermore, the framework arrangement may lead to future opportunities for growth with potential fluctuations in the size of the Royal Naval Fleet, demanding continuous expertise and solutions from capable suppliers.

## 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 Safety and Environmental Support Activity, 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/6a41123e-f787-4847-98ec-2941696c96b2 |
| 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 | 12 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Apr 2025 |
| Contract period | 13 Apr 2025 - 30 Jun 2026 |
| 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 | BABCOCK INTEGRATED TECHNOLOGY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71356300 - Technical support services

## Release History

- 12 Feb 2026 at 10:43 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6a41123e-f787-4847-98ec-2941696c96b2

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6a41123e-f787-4847-98ec-2941696c96b2
  12th February 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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