--- title: "704399451-96 - MSS/142 MRO107_CAN" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-f7208408-581a-42fb-96db-6e3e71bbe03c" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-f7208408-581a-42fb-96db-6e3e71bbe03c" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f7208408-581a-42fb-96db-6e3e71bbe03c.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f7208408-581a-42fb-96db-6e3e71bbe03c.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE" published: "2026-01-29" --- # 704399451-96 - MSS/142 MRO107_CAN Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f7208408-581a-42fb-96db-6e3e71bbe03c [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-f7208408-581a-42fb-96db-6e3e71bbe03c) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f7208408-581a-42fb-96db-6e3e71bbe03c.json) ## Summary The Ministry of Defence has completed a procurement process for the provision of maritime maintenance, repair, and overhaul services for the Royal Navy, specifically related to electrical, power, and distribution items. This contract, which has been executed under a selective procurement method defined as a restricted procedure above the threshold, is part of a larger framework agreement valued at £317 million. The procurement falls under the industry category of "Repair and maintenance services of warships" and covers various delivery locations including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, and the United Kingdom. The framework runs until 31 March 2031, with the specific call-off contract period for this mini-competition being 9 December 2025 to 16 March 2026. The organisations awarded this call-off contract are M E L Aviation Limited and Scott Aerospace Ltd. This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in maritime maintenance and repair services, especially those capable of providing expertise in electrical and propulsion systems. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are deemed suitable participants for future opportunities within this framework, allowing for potential business growth and expansion. Such tenders offer diverse geographic engagement possibilities, extending services to global locations via the Royal Navy’s operations, thus enabling businesses with the capability to deliver international maritime services to secure lucrative outcomes. Businesses that can leverage existing skills and experience in these areas will find the framework lucrative and instrumental in expanding their market presence. ## Notice MRO - Maritime Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul. The Power, Propulsion and Auxiliaies (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 maintenance, repair and overhaul 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 16 suppliers via call-off competitions. Mini-Competitions are held throughout the life of the framework agreement. This mini-competition was for the provision of Electrical, Power and Distribution items. The awarded call-off contract value was determined subsequent to a competitive exercise undertaken in accordance with the framework terms. The overall framework contract runs to 31 March 2031 and has a maximum value of PS317m.The call-off contract value is 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/9513b24a-5060-4b01-ab33-bca190daf7e1 | | 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 | 29 Jan 2026 | | Submission deadline | 3 Dec 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 9 Dec 2025 | | Contract period | 9 Dec 2025 - 16 Mar 2026 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £317,000,000 | | 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 | 2 | | Supplier names | M E L AVIATION; SCOTT AEROSPACE | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 50 - Repair and maintenance services ### Codes - 50640000 - Repair and maintenance services of warships ## Release History - 29 Jan 2026 at 10:18 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9513b24a-5060-4b01-ab33-bca190daf7e1 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9513b24a-5060-4b01-ab33-bca190daf7e1 29th January 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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