---
title: "Provision of Differential Global Positioning Service to RN Hydro-graphic Surveying"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02e7d0"
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published: "2026-03-18"
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# Provision of Differential Global Positioning Service to RN Hydro-graphic Surveying

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02e7d0

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by the Ministry of Defence involves the provision of Differential Global Positioning Service for RN Hydro-graphic Surveying under the category of Installation services of navigating equipment. This service is classified as a service procurement and pertains to the region UKK12, United Kingdom. The procurement follows a restricted procedure, with opportunities open for electronic and written submissions. The recent update detailed an active award to Oceaneering International Services Limited, a large-scale supplier based in Aberdeenshire, with the contract originally signed on 1st April 2022. The contract period has been extended by 24 months due to unforeseen strategic requirements in military asset positioning systems and delays in the Defence Investment Plan. The contract is valued at GBP 564,340, spanning a total duration of 2520 days.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses that specialise in navigating equipment installation services, particularly those capable of providing sophisticated service solutions for hydrographic surveying equipment. The Ministry of Defence, based in Bristol, with Ashley Case as the primary contact, seeks reliable and resilient service providers to meet the evolving requirements of the Royal Navy's strategic objectives. Businesses with capabilities in technical and economic criteria within the defence sector may find growth opportunities here. Potential suppliers should be prepared for compliance with electronic ordering and invoicing policies, fit for the intricate needs of defence positioning systems over long-term engagements.

## Notice

Provision of Differential Global Positioning Service to RN Hydro-graphic Surveying

### Lot Information

Provision of Differential Global Positioning Service to RN Hydro-graphic Surveying

Provision of Differential Global Positioning Service to RN Hydro-graphic Surveying

Options: 1 Year OPTION to Extend

Renewal: To be considered nearer the time.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024806-2026 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Nov 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Mar 2022 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2022 - 31 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £564,340 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Additional buyers | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, NAVAL SHIPS SUPPORT |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Not specified |
| Postcode | N/A |
| Country | Not specified |
| ITL 1 | Not specified |
| ITL 2 | Not specified |
| ITL 3 | Not specified |
| Local authority | Not specified |
| Electoral ward | Not specified |
| Westminster constituency | Not specified |
| Delivery location | TLK11 Bristol, City of |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | OCEANEERING INTERNATIONAL SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 51 - Installation services (except software)

### Codes

- 51240000 - Installation services of navigating equipment

## Release History

- 18 Mar 2026 at 16:22 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024806-2026
- 14 Oct 2021 at 21:45 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025779-2021
- 14 Oct 2021 at 21:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024675-2021

## Notice URLs

- http://www.contracts.mod.uk
- https://contracts.mod.uk/web/login.html
- https://findatenderservice.co.uk/

## Provenance

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