---
title: "FORMAL In Service Support Contract"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-029006"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-029006.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, LAND EQUIPMENT, SPECIAL PROJECTS SCM (SPSCM)"
published: "2021-02-03"
---

# FORMAL In Service Support Contract

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, LAND EQUIPMENT, SPECIAL PROJECTS SCM (SPSCM)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-029006

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence, specifically the Land Equipment, Special Projects SCM (SPSCM), is currently conducting a tender for the "FORMAL In Service Support Contract", categorised under Repair and Maintenance Services within the defence industry. This procurement process is in the active stage and is classified as a selective procurement method, expected to conclude with submissions by 6th February 2021. The contract has a total value of £2,918,537 and entails an initial term of 3.5 years, with options for extension potentially extending the duration to the end of 2027. The contract is set to be delivered in North Hampshire, UK.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in maintenance and repair services, particularly those with a focus on defence-related projects. Companies with relevant expertise in providing ongoing support and servicing for complex platforms will be well-positioned to compete effectively. The structured nature of the contract and the provision for extensions also suggest a potential for sustained collaboration, making it attractive for businesses aiming to enhance their long-term engagement with government contracts.

## Notice

Repair and maintenance services. In service support contract continuing the support of the FORMAL platform with QINETIQ Ltd. A single source contract (VTN published July 2020) that runs from 01/01/2021 to 30/06/2024 with an additional 3.5 option years to take Contract end date to 31/12/2027. Quantity or scope: Initial contract term is 3.5 years. With 3 options - 1 x 24 months 1 x 12 months and 1 x 6 months. Totalling an additional 3,5 years.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002207-2021 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Feb 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Feb 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,918,537 |
| 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 | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, LAND EQUIPMENT, SPECIAL PROJECTS SCM (SPSCM) |
| 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 | TLJ37 North Hampshire |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

## Release History

- 3 Feb 2021 at 18:24 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002207-2021

## Notice URLs

- http://www.dcocontracts.mod.uk
- https://des.mod.uk/
- https://ted.europa.eu/udl?uri=TED:NOTICE:325242-2020:TEXT:EN:HTML
- https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-security-classifications

## Provenance

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