--- title: "Supply of Fleet Solid Support Vessels" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-d2543b00-1a90-4bcc-91a3-cb00cf1b4739" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-d2543b00-1a90-4bcc-91a3-cb00cf1b4739" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d2543b00-1a90-4bcc-91a3-cb00cf1b4739.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d2543b00-1a90-4bcc-91a3-cb00cf1b4739.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "DEFENCE EQUIPMENT & SUPPORT" published: "2019-05-22" --- # Supply of Fleet Solid Support Vessels Buyer: DEFENCE EQUIPMENT & SUPPORT Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d2543b00-1a90-4bcc-91a3-cb00cf1b4739 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-d2543b00-1a90-4bcc-91a3-cb00cf1b4739) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d2543b00-1a90-4bcc-91a3-cb00cf1b4739.json) ## Summary The procurement process titled "Supply of Fleet Solid Support Vessels" is being conducted by DEFENCE EQUIPMENT & SUPPORT, based in Bristol, England. This tender falls under the goods category and is classified as cargo ships (CPV code: 34512400). The procurement method is selective, specifically a competitive procedure with negotiation above the threshold. Key dates include the publication of the tender on 22nd May 2019, with a tender period deadline set for 24th July 2019. The contract is expected to commence on 30th April 2020 and conclude by 31st March 2028, with a total estimated value of £1.565 billion. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in shipbuilding and naval logistics, particularly those capable of meeting stringent designs and operational requirements specified by the Royal Fleet Auxiliary. Given the complexity and scale of the project, larger enterprises with advanced technical capabilities and experience in maritime engineering will be well-suited to compete. Additionally, firms involved in manufacturing and supplying logistic support services will find this contract aligns perfectly with their expertise, fostering potential growth within the defence sector. ## Notice The Commercially Supported Shipping (CSS) Team is seeking to procure Fleet Solid Support (FSS) Ships to be operated by the Royal Fleet Auxiliary. The FSS ships shall be required to have a total cargo capacity of up to 7000 m3 and travel at a sustained speed of 18 knots without resupply. The platform must be capable of delivering non bulk logistic material whilst underway and making 12 knots through the water and transferring single loads of up to 5 tonnes. The FSS ships shall be fully compliant with statutory legislation (MCA) and shall be classed in accordance with Lloyds Naval Rules or equivalent. The FSS ships shall be capable of Replenishing at Sea (RAS) and conducting operations worldwide, seasonally unrestricted Tropical to Arctic (1st Year Ice). The FSS will require an effective support regime consistent with the Defence Industrial Strategy that offers demonstrable through life Value for Money. To fulfil the support strategy and to ensure that the FSS systems and equipment are maintained in optimum condition and to be able to maximise their availability as an effective operational unit, it is essential that a high standard of logistic support is provided. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/96c99852-6571-4f2c-ba4b-df320e1ca849 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Competitive procedure with negotiation (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 22 May 2019 | | Submission deadline | 24 Jul 2019 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 29 Apr 2020 - 31 Mar 2028 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £1,565,000,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | 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) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation ### Codes - 34512400 - Cargo ships ## Release History - 22 May 2019 at 10:13 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/96c99852-6571-4f2c-ba4b-df320e1ca849 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/96c99852-6571-4f2c-ba4b-df320e1ca849 22nd May 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/15a5e0c8-3f56-4ca3-b7e9-15cf772d1f0a Instructions to Tenderers - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/57204e40-7fa9-4899-b276-cb094d5ab156 Annex B1 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/2cc1a574-604c-4e2a-9500-bb7c37da48cb Annex B2 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/a7f5fccf-e28b-4f38-8771-dfd7e99138cc Annex D - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/4e1610e0-5a9f-4eba-a6ed-ac4307d7d277 Annex E - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/99760e7e-717c-42a2-baf8-c71a8037c035 Annex F - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/45336e25-e375-4c9e-917b-93dfc28009a3 Annex G - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/340f3b7e-a92e-4058-bd07-479ed499bb5f Annex H - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/952611db-e217-4a24-ba07-9b281634ae33 Annex I - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/47047e81-16d3-49a3-9c4a-b8a4a500ad2f Annex J - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/4fdf4202-8b0d-49e4-b4da-09e3e6edfdf6 Annex K - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/8c16105c-3229-4d99-beee-ae7a263e62d7 Annex L - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/40c7188d-2c6e-47dd-b426-be9c83b2bd4a Annex M1 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/bbbf84c3-21a1-45dd-8d5c-206e3733606e Annex M2 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/0746bcba-f88b-4416-9095-1dc4b3f55b57 Annex O - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/96418a78-774f-4815-b907-a779a123fdcc Annex P - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/a615012c-501d-4d3d-a37b-273510f7739e Annex Q - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/9840db16-6cb1-45f8-921c-732df2e5b84c Contract Clauses - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/38a72bf4-0861-41e3-a966-dad4b449fefc Schedule 0 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/fd606886-bcb1-4415-a4a1-16a0f9bdacfe Schedule 1 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/cbd848c8-5b65-42c3-a680-93849b7e5d41 Schedule 6 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/fbe379da-116b-41c8-bfd8-f75a86b09eab Schedule 7 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/a71f3622-f771-444f-9385-731cbbe66ef7 Schedule 8 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/4cc82683-000e-4f5a-8a00-829359f1da00 Schedule 10 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/63432978-ffbf-4256-8b45-1abe138d6095 Schedule 11 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/ea5e2134-7e39-45b1-a919-c8048faa5994 Schedule 12 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/40a63cce-f7c7-4ad3-99c1-91ec721ed4c7 Schedule 13 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/5345f162-2147-44c9-8c28-9d20af382ef7 Schedule 14 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/7fbb17d2-dd63-4362-a1b9-9bfeff79f701 Schedule 15 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/04caa3f3-2ba9-49e5-8ff2-f76654170352 Schedule 16 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/ab6b2d56-d618-4177-b7d1-e6a8eb9b469e Schedule 17 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/1093241f-d858-43bd-b8e6-207c33d75c07 Schedule 18 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/7d3860ec-8944-475d-bcc3-e77f782f40d9 Schedule 19 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d841dea3-be47-43ed-a366-2ffc8bb8beed Schedule 20 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/43b35493-b4fd-459f-99b0-2bda3b210288 Schedule 21 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/8ce0ac26-a845-40fd-9b76-83469ad9ce7e Schedule 22 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/a75c00ba-0ff2-4618-a6e6-19c8cd32a748 Schedule 23 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/caf90f6d-ff0c-493c-84b5-81e5b10953ae Schedule 24 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/80eaa36b-c090-4000-a5d6-a6b0505a43e9 Schedule 25a - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e954472c-f62f-4d09-a91c-c4e9b21fa6ef Schedule 25b - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/3b070c3a-8043-4ebb-9826-f8b25b7b84b0 Schedule 26 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d209c7ac-cad2-45d2-a8c0-bc2b82cfea93 Schedule 27 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/ad601345-7d55-45f7-91b9-316628dd1180 Schedule 28 - 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