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title: "Motion Control CF AC"
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# Motion Control CF AC

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-731b8baa-d213-41a5-920b-516f183508af

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Motion Control CF AC" contract has been completed by the Ministry of Defence, which is based in Bristol, England. This contract, classified under the industry category of strategic submarine nuclear fuelled systems, was awarded following a limited procurement method using a negotiated procedure without prior publication. The assignment involves in-service support, technical knowledge, and service recapitalisation for complex hydraulic systems on the Vanguard and Trafalgar Class Submarines. The contract commenced on 8th December 2021 and is set to run until 7th December 2026, with a total contract value of approximately £52.56 million. The tender period ended on 7th December 2021.

This contract represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the defence and maritime sectors, particularly those with capabilities in hydraulic system support and integration. Companies specialising in complex system maintenance, technical support, and spare parts provision would be well-positioned to compete for future contracts of this nature. With the ongoing support needs of the Royal Navy, this contract highlights a potential growth avenue for businesses looking to establish or expand their presence in defence procurement.

## Notice

This is a Contract Award Transparency Notice for the Motion Control contract The contract summary is as follows: In-service support (including technical knowledge, documentary support and the provision and integration of critical spares and repairs) and recapitalisation of complex hydraulic systems in respect of the submarine motion control systems (including one and two man control systems, the Hover and Missile Compensation System, the Autopilot and Digital Depth) on board the Vanguard and Trafalgar Class Submarines

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fa4f0cf9-6793-4c1e-bc20-a2e623e3c75d |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Negotiated procedure without prior publication (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Dec 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Dec 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Dec 2021 |
| Contract period | 8 Dec 2021 - 7 Dec 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £52,562,098 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £52,562,098 |
| 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 | BAE SURFACE SHIPS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

### Codes

- 35512100 - Strategic submarine nuclear fuelled

## Release History

- 16 Dec 2021 at 16:59 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fa4f0cf9-6793-4c1e-bc20-a2e623e3c75d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fa4f0cf9-6793-4c1e-bc20-a2e623e3c75d
  16th December 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/61b6ce7a-f12e-40db-94f9-56697ebb5ade
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/62d0288b-30c6-4cda-a79d-3bc5ed2c2fb7
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/6640b1ba-fb85-46fe-9210-50791179e231
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