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title: "713253451 - The Provision of UK Sub-Aqua Diving"
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# 713253451 - The Provision of UK Sub-Aqua Diving

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-58534f72-2034-4dad-865f-ef0e5bf5d474

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence has completed the procurement process for the provision of UK sub-aqua diving services as part of the Joint Service Adventurous Training (JSAT) programme. The awarded contract, valued at £396,000, has been granted to Stoney Cove Limited. The sub-aqua diving training, essential for developing operational capability through Adventurous Leadership and Resilience Training (ALeRT), will be delivered in the East Midlands region. The contract commenced on 1st April 2025 and will run until 31st March 2028, following a selective, restricted procedure that ensures compliance with Defence Diving Regulations and AATC policies.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in sporting services and diving instruction. The focus on adventurous training and resilience makes it an excellent opportunity for SMEs to engage in government contracts, particularly those experienced in delivering rigorous, safety-compliant training programmes. Companies with expertise in sub-aqua diving and adherence to industry standards such as BSAC would be well-suited to compete for similar future tenders, thereby expanding their portfolio and boosting their presence in the defence training sector.

## Notice

Joint Service Adventurous Training (JSAT) seeks to improve the operational capability of Defence by developing its Service Personnel through the provision of Adventurous Leadership and Resilience Training (ALeRT). Sub-Aqua diving remains a cornerstone JSAT activity and is particularly effective at developing an individual's understanding of how they respond to stress and nurturing effective coping strategies. The requirement objectives are; A provision of UK-based sub-aqua diving to enable Army Adventurous Training Centre (AATC) to achieve the Statement Of Training Requirement for BSAC Ocean Diver and Sports Diver courses. To deliver this end state safely and in accordance with BSAC, Defence Diving Regulations and AATC policies and operating procedures. This contract has been awarded to Stoney Cove Ltd.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/65ba5074-0975-4b33-a988-698d606a1523 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Mar 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Mar 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £396,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £396,000 |
| 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 | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1A 2HB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | STONEY COVE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 92600000 - Sporting services

## Release History

- 24 Mar 2025 at 09:07 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/65ba5074-0975-4b33-a988-698d606a1523

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/65ba5074-0975-4b33-a988-698d606a1523
  24th March 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/fb6da327-8a98-4bb6-a638-74320dc32118
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/81a4cb54-370c-4a91-89e1-09a8c813d310

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