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title: "Provision of Upkeep Management Services for the CSS Team"
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# Provision of Upkeep Management Services for the CSS Team

Buyer: DEFENCE EQUIPMENT & SUPPORT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c6bdbda3-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b

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## Summary

The procurement process is for the "Provision of Upkeep Management Services for the CSS Team" managed by Defence Equipment & Support, located in Bristol, England. This project falls under the ships and boats industry category and has a total value of £4,000,000. The procurement method used is selective through a negotiated procedure, with the contract period commencing on 1st September 2016 and concluding on 31st August 2023. The original tender period closed on 20th July 2016, during which potential suppliers were invited to submit their proposals.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in maritime upkeep and management services to expand their operations. Companies that are well-suited to compete are those with capabilities in overseeing vessel repairs and maintenance, particularly for defence equipment and naval vessels. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with relevant expertise in this sector may find this an excellent chance to engage with government contracts and grow their market presence.

## Notice

The Commercially Supported Shipping (CSS) Boats team has a requirement for the provision of upkeep management services in respect of programmed upkeeps/refits and repairs for the following vessels, including but not limited to: P2000 (Archer Class) Boats - HM Ships Archer, Biter, Blazer, Charger, Dasher, Example, Exploit, Explorer, Express, Pursuer, Puncher, Raider, Ranger, Smiter, Tracker, Trumpeter Fast Patrol Vessels (FPV) HM Ships Sabre and Scimitar Training Ships HMS Bristol, Sir Tristram, Brecon and Hindostan Survey Boat HMS Gleaner Ocean Survey Ship HMS SCOTT Other boats, less than 50 metres in length This requirement will also include the provision of overseeing services for military equipment fits on Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA) vessels. Tasks to be carried out shall include, but not be limited to: For all Vessels excluding RFAs: The Contractor shall provide overseeing services (as and when tasked by the Authority) at the premises of the Contract Ship Repairer (CSR) or User location at any United Kingdom (UK) site or overseas, during the period of the upkeep or repair period. Tasks and responsibilities shall include, but not be limited to, the following: Ensuring that the CSR delivers all that is required by this contract. Ensuring that only Essential Tasks are added to the CSR's contract. For RFA Vessels only: The Contractor shall, as and when tasked by the Authority, oversee the repair, overhaul, refitting and upgrading of all military equipment fits during Upkeep Periods, ensuring that the Contract Ship Repairer (CSR) complies with all relevant military and Classification regulations and standards. Additionally: The Contractor may be required to provide assistance to the Authority in the writing of upkeep specifications.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fe67209f-c350-46b6-b26f-e7e3b986111f |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Negotiated procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Dec 2016 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Jul 2016 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Nov 2016 |
| Contract period | 1 Dec 2016 - 31 Aug 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £4,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £3,441,889 |
| 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 | DEFENCE EQUIPMENT & SUPPORT |
| 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 | JAMES FISHER MARINE SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34500000 - Ships and boats

## Release History

- 16 Dec 2016 at 10:51 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fe67209f-c350-46b6-b26f-e7e3b986111f
- 18 Nov 2016 at 20:17 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/68a3a9a6-15a7-45cf-a66b-d8fadf79d29a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fe67209f-c350-46b6-b26f-e7e3b986111f
  16th December 2016 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/68a3a9a6-15a7-45cf-a66b-d8fadf79d29a
  13th June 2016 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e8abd96f-ca88-4a12-bc12-fb075e2436e2
  Advert
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/1e736e38-ab2d-495c-a16f-90d170d4bce6
  TCQ template
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d37db851-5f59-45fb-b205-7e2e4892143a
  Pricing Table
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/2b2138bb-07f4-43d0-bd98-ac9247759865
  DEFFORM 47 Cover Letter
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/8be05976-14ce-4585-8d38-0f1fe0d32de2
  DEFFORM 539A
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/4f290aab-5a11-4cb3-9a8e-4719f5d27637
  Procurement Timescales
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/98db3021-aea1-4aa3-b403-1f0acd9d75d3
  Information Reporting
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/1a150a65-5fe3-4b2e-b551-b618bd85b3bd
  TUPE redacted
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/071ac50b-285c-4c3b-afbf-cce51acacf0f
  DEFFORM 47
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/ac2e3f89-891a-412e-987c-03a2d366f9f3
  Tender Deliverables
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/5e0faca1-9261-4815-8ba5-31ef8264b907
  Terms and Conditions
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/fd2ee575-a736-4306-8802-6f63ac382860
  PQQ
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/941812e9-a938-4513-8ce8-6496ebd36a45
  Advert
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/10489f9b-56d7-4246-b920-7e948b3faa68
  TCQ template
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/eb14dff4-fc43-42e2-bc61-947c5b176407
  Pricing Table
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/731948bb-e7e1-4d33-809e-44c50cf719e2
  DEFFORM 47 Cover Letter
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/6c9c681d-39d2-4916-8dbe-b787904146fd
  DEFFORM 539A
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/dc70a8a7-efe5-4323-9de8-cc3fb0691016
  Procurement Timescales
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/4c6124ed-5033-415e-9b14-eecb1a76c3af
  Information Reporting
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/7a52be37-2126-431a-b43b-7e9bbd0fef2a
  TUPE redacted
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/bf2b2cd4-a5ca-4bb2-a8c7-82fcf836ba6e
  DEFFORM 47
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f57eff4a-4b85-4f01-9d81-bea9a4a31590
  Tender Deliverables
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/6727d7cb-a903-4c59-9fa9-ea67c6af21a3
  Terms and Conditions
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/7fa3c290-3267-4fe8-9911-b267a7df9c80
  PQQ
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/SupplierAttachment/d17941f0-501e-4b27-a769-308a66a30b8f
  Schedule 8 Pricing (Redacted)
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/SupplierAttachment/c7760665-546e-4a09-ba07-c41258e43a72
  Schedule 12 Information Reporting
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/SupplierAttachment/1cc42834-1117-47ac-8442-3298cf7b94ac
  Terms and Conditions
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/SupplierAttachment/f3e5a88a-540d-402c-a05a-e9c075bfd2fb
  IPMP Annex A
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/SupplierAttachment/5bd12b72-ea74-4559-b3ba-6d7e8a36afce
  IPMP Annex B
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/SupplierAttachment/2684f6ae-82b6-4621-b675-9c4262f1945a
  IPMP Annex C
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/SupplierAttachment/f2053f3e-123f-4d34-a0ba-3be6f4225d84
  IPMP Annex D
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/SupplierAttachment/340014ee-9da8-464b-9e72-503fe21f14e7
  IPMP Annex E
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/SupplierAttachment/c4afdbdd-9fef-4961-99a7-38cb6acbec81
  IPMP Annex F
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/SupplierAttachment/996ae3c5-7465-4a8c-9c4b-ee614c899e2d
  IPMP Annex G

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