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title: "Installation, Maintenance and Modification of Police Vehicles - UK5"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-059039"
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buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE"
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# Installation, Maintenance and Modification of Police Vehicles - UK5

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-059039

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence, based in Andover, UK, has finalised a contract for the installation, maintenance, and modification of police vehicles, including public warning systems and specialised equipment. The procurement falls under the defence and security contract regime, with VTS Installations Limited, an SME from Banbury, appointed as the supplier. The contract commenced on 1st December 2025, following its award on 25th November 2025, and is set to conclude on 30th November 2028, with an option for a one-year renewal. This direct award is justified by the need for fleet standardisation and operational readiness, adhering to regulations under the Procurement Act 2023.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities particularly for SMEs specialising in military and police-grade vehicle services. VTS Installations Limited's engagement demonstrates the potential for companies with technical expertise in sensitive and proprietary equipment to secure government contracts. Businesses that specialise in defence, security, and vehicle armament modifications will find such contracts particularly aligned with their strategic offerings, enabling them to expand their reach and capabilities in public sector engagements.

## Notice

Installation (Commissioning & Decommissing) , Maintenance and Modification of Police Vehicles, which includes Public Warning Systems, Communications Systems, Ancillaries and Specialist Equipment. Retrospective notice - contract awarded 25 Nov 25 and contract start date 1 Dec 2025.

### Procurement Information

The requirement fits within the Defence and Security Contract (D&SC) Regime of Procurement Act 2023, Part 1, Section 7 (1) (a) military equipment, (b) sensitive equipment, (c) goods, services or works necessary for the development, production, maintenance or decommissioning of military equipment or sensitive equipment, & (f) sensitive services or sensitive works. The current Fleet contains proprietary equipment to the proposed Supplier - Schedule 5, section 5 (a) & (b). It would not be practical or an efficient way of working to remove any equipment prior to and subsequent to any works tasked under this contract - Schedule 5, section 6 (a) & (b). It is also required to keep Fleet Standardisation, interoperability and compatibility. Schedule 5, section 20 (a), (b) & (c) applies - MOD is a defence authority; the contract will be a defence and security contract by virtue of Part 1, Section 7 (1) (a), (b), (c) & (f); and, it is necessary for the contract to be awarded directly in order to enhance or maintain the operational capability, effectiveness, readiness for action of specific element of the armed forces.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082859-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Aug 2025 |
| Contract period | 29 Dec 2025 - 30 Nov 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £187,500 |
| Contracts value | £187,500 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | ANDOVER |
| Post town | Salisbury |
| Postcode | SP11 8HT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ36 Central Hampshire |
| Local authority | Test Valley |
| Electoral ward | Andover Millway |
| Westminster constituency | North West Hampshire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | VTS INSTALLATIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50630000 - Repair and maintenance services of military vehicles

## Release History

- 15 Dec 2025 at 12:14 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082859-2025
- 15 Dec 2025 at 12:06 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082852-2025
- 29 Aug 2025 at 10:29 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052375-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082859-2025
  15th December 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082852-2025
  15th December 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052375-2025
  29th August 2025 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ministry-of-defence
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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