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title: "704471450-MSS/143-PD3-003 CAN"
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# 704471450-MSS/143-PD3-003 CAN

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ca8165fa-d454-400a-9cc9-67aa971cdbaa

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## Summary

This procurement process was conducted by the Ministry of Defence, focusing on the provision of Maritime Post Design and Technical Services under a framework agreement for the Royal Navy, managed by the Power, Propulsion, and Auxiliaries (PPA) Team within Defence Equipment Support (DES). The contract covered a range of global locations, including the United Kingdom, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, and beyond. The procurement falls within the technical support services industry category, classified under CPV code 71356300. The process followed a selective procurement method using a restricted procedure, conforming to DSPCR 2011 regulations, and reached the award stage on 4th February 2026. The framework agreement began on 12th August 2025 and is set to conclude on 8th October 2026, with a total value of £216,832,000.

This tender offers significant opportunities for business growth, especially for those specialising in technical support services within maritime and defence sectors. The framework structure allows small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and organisations with social enterprise focus (VCSEs) to participate through mini-competitions, providing a dynamic environment to secure call-off contracts. Large businesses, such as Scott Aerospace Ltd, already serve as suppliers, highlighting the capacity for both experienced industry players and capable newcomers to achieve substantial roles within the framework over its duration. The expansive geographic scope provides a diverse range of operational settings, enhancing business presence both domestically and internationally.

## 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 Services, 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/676394b4-700d-4cb4-83f1-382b2ae8d675 |
| 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 | 4 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Aug 2025 |
| Contract period | 11 Aug 2025 - 8 Oct 2026 |
| 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

- 4 Feb 2026 at 09:44 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/676394b4-700d-4cb4-83f1-382b2ae8d675

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/676394b4-700d-4cb4-83f1-382b2ae8d675
  4th February 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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