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title: "NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD for Provision and In-service support of Inflatable Craft for Navy Command Head Quarters (NCHQ)"
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# NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD for Provision and In-service support of Inflatable Craft for Navy Command Head Quarters (NCHQ)

Buyer: DEFENCE EQUIPMENT & SUPPORT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e89746cb-4e8d-45bd-965f-9da4dba6bef9

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## Summary

The DEFENCE EQUIPMENT & SUPPORT has successfully completed the contract award process for the provision and in-service support of inflatable craft tasked to the Navy Command Headquarters (NCHQ). This procurement, classified under the goods category with a total value of £5,092,000, falls within the industry of inflatable craft. The procurement was executed through a selective method, involving a competitive procedure with negotiation. The contract was awarded on 16 December 2019, and it is set to run until 31 March 2026. The delivery of these crafts will take place in the South West region of the United Kingdom, specifically from the MOD Abbey Wood facility in Bristol.

This contract presents significant opportunities for growth, particularly for businesses specialising in marine equipment and support services. Companies with expertise in manufacturing or providing maintenance services for inflatable crafts would be well-positioned to explore future collaborations or contracts associated with the Navy. Additionally, suppliers offering innovative solutions in boat technology and operational support could find opportunities for partnership in ongoing and future projects initiated by the MOD, enhancing their presence in a competitive sector.

## Notice

The Commercially Supported Shipping (CSS) Boats team has awarded a contract to replace a number of existing inflatable craft operated currently by the Ministry of Defence (MoD).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eef5385c-32d9-40b7-8d06-8d8294cd5b63 |
| Notice type | Award 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Jan 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Jun 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Dec 2019 |
| Contract period | 16 Dec 2019 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £5,092,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £5,092,000 |
| 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 | 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 | DEVONPORT ROYAL DOCKYARD |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34522450 - Inflatable craft

## Release History

- 24 Jan 2020 at 15:49 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eef5385c-32d9-40b7-8d06-8d8294cd5b63

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eef5385c-32d9-40b7-8d06-8d8294cd5b63
  24th January 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/581bcf34-3903-4644-a35e-114cd0c50938
  Redaction Register
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/6d3b9719-14fb-45f8-8615-e8807579ac3a
  Redacted Contract Schedules
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/02ebfb22-a369-482f-98db-0b5169e7ce75?p=1
  Tender notice

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