--- title: "707250450 PEDT/0039 Submarine Mechanical and Secondary Steam Equipment Support (SMASSES)" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-726a7b0b-8f18-47f5-86fb-43e598c038f3" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-726a7b0b-8f18-47f5-86fb-43e598c038f3" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-726a7b0b-8f18-47f5-86fb-43e598c038f3.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-726a7b0b-8f18-47f5-86fb-43e598c038f3.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE" published: "2025-06-12" --- # 707250450 PEDT/0039 Submarine Mechanical and Secondary Steam Equipment Support (SMASSES) Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-726a7b0b-8f18-47f5-86fb-43e598c038f3 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-726a7b0b-8f18-47f5-86fb-43e598c038f3) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-726a7b0b-8f18-47f5-86fb-43e598c038f3.json) ## Summary The procurement process for the contract titled "707250450 PEDT/0039 Submarine Mechanical and Secondary Steam Equipment Support (SMASSES)" has been completed, with the Ministry of Defence acting as the buying organisation. This tender, classified under the industry category of "Submarines" (CPV code 35512000), is located in the South West region of the United Kingdom. The procurement method was a selective procedure, specifically a restricted procedure above threshold, and the contract was awarded to Scott Aerospace Ltd. The contract period commenced on 2nd May 2025 and will continue until 31st March 2028, with potential extensions for up to two additional years based on the authority's discretion. The total value of the contract is £38,088,503.33. The procurement focused on supplying spares and performing repairs for submarine mechanical and secondary steam propulsion equipment, with services including obsolescence management and quality management, among others. This procurement presents significant opportunities for companies specialising in mechanical and steam propulsion systems, particularly those supplying spare parts and maintenance services. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) will find this contract especially appealing as the procurement process highlights suitability for SMEs. Businesses with a proven track record in creating reliable mechanical components and equipment with a strong emphasis on project support and management are well-positioned to compete effectively. Furthermore, the long contract duration provides stability and potential for sustained business growth. Companies that meet these criteria and can navigate the restricted procedure procurement method will have an advantageous position in future procurement initiatives similar to this one. ## Notice The Contract is for the supply of spares and repairs in support of Submarine Mechanical and Secondary Steam Propulsion Equipment. The Contract includes provision of: - Procurement of Spares and Repairs - Obsolescence Management - Quality Management - Project Documentation (e.g. Quality Management Plan) - Risk Management - Safety and Environmental Management - Performance Monitoring and Reporting - Helpdesk during business hours The Contract shall allow for the provision of spares and repairs of equipment within scope of Submarine Mechanical and Secondary Steam Propulsion which shall include but not be limited to: - Submarine Mechanical System and Ancillary Equipment and components which consists of both first level and non-first level equipment - Secondary Steam Propulsion Equipment comprising the following Master equipments: Main Steam System Valves, Auxiliary Steam System Valves, Steam Drains & Gland Steam System Valves, Main Steam Turbines, Turbo Generators (Mechanical) and Steam & Feed Ancillary The Contract is for a duration of 3 years however the Contract includes two irrevocable one year Option periods to be taken entirely at the Authority's discretion and subject to continuation of requirement and satisfactory performance resulting in a potential total Contract duration of three plus one plus one (3+1+1) years. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5500f23b-1d52-4de2-8984-277186ec36aa | | Notice type | Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | SME | | All stages | Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 12 Jun 2025 | | Submission deadline | 24 Jan 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 23 Apr 2025 | | Contract period | 1 May 2025 - 31 Mar 2028 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £38,088,503 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £38,088,503 | | 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 | TLK South West (England) | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | SCOTT AEROSPACE | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment ### Codes - 35512000 - Submarines ## Release History - 12 Jun 2025 at 20:45 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5500f23b-1d52-4de2-8984-277186ec36aa ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5500f23b-1d52-4de2-8984-277186ec36aa 12th June 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/22de3f30-35c3-40b9-be9d-09d2ab9e322d n/a - https://contracts.mod.uk/esop/guest/go/opportunity/detail?opportunityId=56346 Opportunity Listing ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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