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title: "704471450-MSS/143-PD2-010 CAN"
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# 704471450-MSS/143-PD2-010 CAN

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b02b3f35-1752-47f9-8b1d-7d742426ecf5

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## Summary

The procurement process for "PDaTS - Maritime Post Design and Technical Services" was conducted by the Ministry of Defence, a key player within the Defence Equipment Support sector. This tender, classified under the industry category of "Technical support services" (CPV code 71356300), focuses on providing ongoing support to the Royal Navy. The project covers a range of delivery locations including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, and other global regions. It employs a selective procurement method under a restricted procedure, with the award process completed. The contract, valued at £216,832,000, commenced on 7th May 2025 and concludes on 7th November 2025.

This tender represents significant business growth opportunities, especially for SMEs and VCSEs, given its international scope and the potential for further expansion within the framework agreements. Enterprises with capabilities in maritime engineering, technical support, and naval platforms will find this contract especially advantageous. Firms willing to engage in mini-competitions for technical support provision are also well-suited to enhance their portfolio through this high-value, strategic engagement with a respected defence organisation.

## 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/9ca3dc2e-ff92-4a5d-ab3c-3bb190eaab70 |
| 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 | 5 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Feb 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 May 2025 |
| Contract period | 6 May 2025 - 7 Nov 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

- 71356300 - Technical support services

## Release History

- 5 Feb 2026 at 10:53 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9ca3dc2e-ff92-4a5d-ab3c-3bb190eaab70

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9ca3dc2e-ff92-4a5d-ab3c-3bb190eaab70
  5th February 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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