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title: "Delivery of Platform Support to Maintain the Capability of MOD Boats - 2nd Line Training"
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# Delivery of Platform Support to Maintain the Capability of MOD Boats - 2nd Line Training

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-699a08bd-2abb-4543-a2b9-702144a07efe

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the Ministry of Defence seeking the delivery of platform support to maintain the capability of MOD Boats designed for second line training. This contract, valued at £20,500,000, is classified under the industry category of "Boats" within the CPV code 34520000. The contract period commenced on 1st October 2019 and will continue until 31st March 2026. The award was finalised on 31st July 2019, following a selective competitive procedure with negotiation, indicating a well-structured procurement approach.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses operating in the maritime services sector, especially those capable of providing training and support for naval vessels. Companies that specialise in maritime engineering, training services, or maintenance solutions would be particularly well-suited to engage with this contract. The involvement of a large supplier, Devonport Royal Dockyard Limited, suggests a competitive landscape where innovative and capable smaller businesses could potentially collaborate or compete to enhance their market presence in governmental contracts.

## Notice

Deliver platform support to maintain the capability of MOD Boats that provide second line training, including initial training for ratings and officers

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a51738df-8f2b-4f29-8f37-dac78223b97b |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Competitive procedure with negotiation (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Nov 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Jul 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Jul 2019 |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2019 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £20,500,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £20,500,000 |
| 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 | 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 | DEVONPORT ROYAL DOCKYARD |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34520000 - Boats

## Release History

- 1 Nov 2019 at 12:30 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a51738df-8f2b-4f29-8f37-dac78223b97b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a51738df-8f2b-4f29-8f37-dac78223b97b
  1st November 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/a4066048-50cb-43d3-a3cd-89ed2d2980b4
  CSS/0159 - Boats In-Service Support - 2LT

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