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title: "704471450-MSS/143-PD2-005 CAN"
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# 704471450-MSS/143-PD2-005 CAN

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6da079c2-4357-4640-a560-b100480027ca

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## Summary

The procurement process, led by the Ministry of Defence, concerns the contract titled "PDaTS - Maritime Post Design and Technical Services." This falls under the industry category of technical analysis or consultancy services, specifically for Defence Equipment Support. This process supports the Royal Navy's global operational needs and involves a selective procurement method under a restricted procedure above the threshold, adhering to the DSPCR 2011 regulations. Taking place across several locations, including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, and the United Kingdom, the tender is in the "Award" stage as of 20th January 2026. The contract has a total value of £216,832,000, with a contract period from 20th December 2024 to 31st January 2025.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses engaged in maritime technical services to solidify their position as preferred suppliers to the Ministry of Defence. The framework agreement supports an ongoing procurement process with mini-competitions, allowing both SMEs and larger companies to participate. The successful bidder, Scott Aerospace Ltd, is an indication of the scope and competitive nature of the framework. It opens doors for businesses in technical consultancy with capabilities of supporting complex naval operations, thus fostering business growth within the defence sector. Companies skilled in naval technical support, particularly in propulsion, power, and auxiliary systems, are well-positioned to benefit from such procurement processes.

## 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 Technical Support Products, 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/50b4db01-fb1d-4967-a319-efe6924fddc7 |
| 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 | 20 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Dec 2024 |
| Contract period | 20 Dec 2024 - 31 Jan 2025 |
| 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 | SCOTT AEROSPACE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71621000 - Technical analysis or consultancy services

## Release History

- 20 Jan 2026 at 09:53 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/50b4db01-fb1d-4967-a319-efe6924fddc7

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/50b4db01-fb1d-4967-a319-efe6924fddc7
  20th January 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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