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title: "MSS/105 - Future Transmissions, including Main Propulsion Gearboxes, Small Marine Gearboxes, Voith Schneider and other Propulsors"
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# MSS/105 - Future Transmissions, including Main Propulsion Gearboxes, Small Marine Gearboxes, Voith Schneider and other Propulsors

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, SHIPS, MARITIME PLATFORM SYSTEMS (MPS)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-61ab7d60-b914-4043-9d79-4cd404a6e2b7

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence, Ships, Maritime Platform Systems (MPS) is undertaking a tender titled "MSS/105 - Future Transmissions" for repair and maintenance services of main propulsion gearboxes, small marine gearboxes, Voith Schneider, and other propulsors. This procurement falls under the goods category and is classified under gearboxes, with a total estimated value of £30 million. The procurement method is an open procedure, and the tender period concludes on 29th June 2020. The contract is expected to commence on 30th June 2020, lasting until 30th June 2022, with a location in the South West of England.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the maritime and engineering sectors, particularly those specialising in repair and maintenance services for marine equipment. Companies capable of delivering high-quality technical support and adhering to strict health and safety regulations will be well-suited to compete. Additionally, given the project's value, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, given their ability to offer tailored solutions and competitive pricing.

## Notice

Repair and maintenance services, Spares and Post Design/Technical Services of Main Propulsion Gearboxes, Small Marine Gearboxes, Voith Schneider and other Propulsors. Ships. MSS/105 - Future Transmissions has the objectives detailed below: 1. To ensure the continued ability for the Fleet to construct and sustain maritime operations around the Royal Navy's 3 strategic capabilities; Continuous at Sea Deterrence (CASD), Carrier Strike (CS) and Littoral Manoeuvre (LitM). Availability of all Master Equipment's (Large Gearboxes, Small Gearboxes, Voith and other Propulsors) to be maintained at 95% across Surface ships and Submarines; 2. To increase the availability for current Master Equipment by minimising the numbers of Demands Past Required Delivery Date (DPRDD) and Orders Past Delivery Date (OPDD); 3. To meet the requirements within the Internal Business Agreement (IBA) agreed between Marine Systems Support (MSS) and Naval Command (NC); 4. To meet all Health & Safety policy requirements including JSP 430 and Ships SEMS 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: Gearboxes.'.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/30a1db35-7378-4caf-b1ef-4d79b48f77ab |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 May 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Jun 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 29 Jun 2020 - 30 Jun 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £30,000,000 |
| 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 PLATFORM SYSTEMS (MPS) |
| 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

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 34321200 - Gearboxes
- 34510000 - Ships
- 50116300 - Repair and maintenance services of vehicle gearboxes

## Release History

- 15 May 2020 at 12:08 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/30a1db35-7378-4caf-b1ef-4d79b48f77ab

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/30a1db35-7378-4caf-b1ef-4d79b48f77ab
  15th May 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

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