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title: "Provision of Manned Model Ships Handling Training"
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# Provision of Manned Model Ships Handling Training

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a6faabc5-167d-4409-87d0-4d4f142df0b6

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## Summary

The public procurement process for the "Provision of Manned Model Ships Handling Training" was conducted by the Ministry of Defence, with a contract value of £222,146. This training services tender, classified under CPV codes for training and simulation in warships, was published on 16 November 2020. As of the latest update, the award has been made, with the contract commencing on 22 February 2021 and running until 21 February 2026. The procurement was conducted using an open procedure, targeting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to enhance competitiveness within the industry. The tender period concluded on 11 January 2021.

This training opportunity presents a significant avenue for growth, especially for SMEs that specialise in educational services or training related to maritime operations. Businesses that focus on model ship handling, maritime navigation, or related simulations are well-positioned to compete, given the deliverables specified by the Ministry of Defence. Furthermore, companies that can demonstrate experience in providing training for defence or similar governmental sectors may stand out in future tenders of this nature.

## Notice

Provision of Manned Model Ships Handling Training

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4b98e11e-c82f-455a-9992-f5f4668ff029 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Feb 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Jan 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Feb 2021 |
| Contract period | 22 Feb 2021 - 21 Feb 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £222,146 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £222,000 |
| 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 | PORTSMOUTH |
| Post town | Portsmouth |
| Postcode | PO2 8BY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ31 Portsmouth |
| Local authority | Portsmouth |
| Electoral ward | Nelson |
| Westminster constituency | Portsmouth North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SOLENT UNIVERSITY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80500000 - Training services
- 80640000 - Training and simulation in warships

## Release History

- 22 Feb 2021 at 16:42 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4b98e11e-c82f-455a-9992-f5f4668ff029
- 4 Jan 2021 at 16:10 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/caeb508b-b0b5-4ccc-a515-acfde95b6738
- 16 Nov 2020 at 15:25 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/caeb508b-b0b5-4ccc-a515-acfde95b6738

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4b98e11e-c82f-455a-9992-f5f4668ff029
  22nd February 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/caeb508b-b0b5-4ccc-a515-acfde95b6738
  4th January 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/46464bf1-1e45-4aca-9b38-e17004b9cf60
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/236a2f85-3937-4685-8f56-8de9fc3705a4
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/SupplierAttachment/19e99a67-b907-4d8d-80a7-7115c6cccb84

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