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title: "704471450-MSS/143-PD2-024 CAN"
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# 704471450-MSS/143-PD2-024 CAN

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ff4de25c-353b-48af-9e7e-7ed0169a779e

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## Summary

The procurement process led by the Ministry of Defence (MOD) relates to the provision of Maritime Post Design and Technical Services, under the framework titled "704471450-MSS/143-PD2-024 CAN". This procurement falls under the Technical Support Services industry category and encompasses a substantial geographic area, including the United Kingdom, Europe, and other overseas territories. The framework, part of the Defence Equipment and Support (DES) initiative, follows a restricted procedure above the threshold, and it is currently at the award stage, with the award dated 10 December 2025. The contract period spans from 18 December 2025 to 7 April 2026. The total value of the procurement is GBP 216,832,000.

This tender offers growth opportunities for businesses specialising in maritime technical services and related support systems. The procurement method, being selective, denotes that companies with a solid track record in technical support within the maritime sector, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), would be well-suited to compete. The nature of the framework, which involves mini-competitions, presents periodic opportunities for suppliers to engage with the MOD throughout the agreement's lifecycle. Companies participating in this scheme can expect to interact with a reputable public-sector partner, potentially leading to enhanced visibility and credibility within the defence support industry.

## 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 Products, 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/ab71f3ed-5d87-4d49-b979-41ef7e5cba63 |
| 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 | 26 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Oct 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 18 Dec 2025 - 7 Apr 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 | CENTRAL MANAGEMENT CATALOGUE AGENCY (UK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71356300 - Technical support services

## Release History

- 26 Jan 2026 at 11:12 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ab71f3ed-5d87-4d49-b979-41ef7e5cba63

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ab71f3ed-5d87-4d49-b979-41ef7e5cba63
  26th January 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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