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title: "704471450-MSS/143-PD3-020 CAN"
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# 704471450-MSS/143-PD3-020 CAN

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f0ded81f-e820-4cb9-aa51-67b8a31e787f

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence has completed a public procurement process titled "704471450-MSS/143-PD3-020 CAN" under the award stage, focusing on the provision of Maritime Post Design and Technical Services. This procurement falls under the industry category of technical support services, with operations extending to locations in the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Europe, and other global regions. Initiated through a selective procurement method as a restricted procedure (above threshold), the framework agreement commenced in December 2025 and will run until December 2026. The award related to this procurement was made to GE Energy Power Conversion UK Limited, indicating a structured approach to supporting Royal Naval Platforms. The overall value of the framework is set at £216,832,000, with mini-competitions held periodically throughout its duration.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for businesses with expertise in maritime engineering and technical support services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged to engage, as the procurement places importance on inclusivity within these sectors. The framework’s structure, involving scheduled mini-competitions, presents recurring opportunities for businesses to secure contracts, enhancing prospects for long-term growth. Companies with a focus on defence technology and service provision stand particularly well-suited to leverage this opportunity, participating in a competitive yet rewarding market space within the defence sector.

## 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/cf2aeeb3-1321-41ea-83a6-cdeb76a68996 |
| 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 | 3 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Nov 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 4 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 9 Dec 2025 - 9 Dec 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 | GE ENERGY POWER CONVERSION |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71356300 - Technical support services

## Release History

- 3 Feb 2026 at 12:01 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cf2aeeb3-1321-41ea-83a6-cdeb76a68996

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cf2aeeb3-1321-41ea-83a6-cdeb76a68996
  3rd February 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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